Greenland Forms Coalition Government to Counter External Pressures
The new government, led by Jens-Frederik Nielsen, prioritizes stability, unity, and state-building while rejecting U.S. annexation ambitions.
- Greenland's new coalition government, announced on March 28, excludes the nationalist Naleraq party and focuses on stability and economic development.
- Former Prime Minister Mute Egede has joined the government as Finance Minister, signaling a unified approach across political factions.
- The coalition government has deprioritized rapid independence discussions, emphasizing the need for careful planning and economic sustainability.
- U.S. Vice President JD Vance visited the Pituffik Air Base on the same day, underscoring continued American interest in Greenland's strategic position.
- Greenlandic leaders have reaffirmed their commitment to sovereignty and rejected external interference, particularly from the United States.