During a visit to Greenland, U.S. Vice President JD Vance called on the island to align more closely with the United States for security and economic growth. Speaking at the Pituffik Space Base, he criticized Denmark’s handling of Greenland, claiming it has underinvested in security and infrastructure.
Vance pointed to increasing threats from Russia and China in the Arctic, arguing that Greenland should consider independence from Denmark and forge a security partnership with the U.S. He emphasized Greenland’s strategic importance and suggested that deeper cooperation with Washington could bring economic benefits.
However, Greenland’s government has shown no interest in replacing Denmark with U.S. protection. Polls indicate that only 6% of Greenlanders support closer ties with America. Danish officials defended their role, stressing NATO’s shared responsibility for Arctic security.
Vance’s visit underscores the Trump administration’s continued interest in Greenland, but it has also strained relations with Denmark and raised concerns among Greenland’s population about their sovereignty.
