Greenland's leader affirms island is not for sale in response to Trump comments
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Greenland's Prime Minister Mute Egede stated that the island is not for sale, responding to comments from US president-elect Donald Trump about its "ownership and control." Egede emphasized that Greenland belongs to its people and is not up for negotiation. Trump's remarks came after he announced Ken Howery as his ambassador to Denmark. He mentioned the importance of Greenland for U.S. national security but did not provide further details. In 2019, Trump expressed interest in buying Greenland, which was rejected by Denmark and Greenland's leaders. Greenland has the right to seek independence from Denmark but has not pursued it, relying on financial support from Copenhagen.