Greenland Votes in Election Shaped by Independence Debate and U.S. Interest

As Greenland's 41,000 voters head to the polls, parties weigh independence from Denmark while rejecting Trump's push for U.S. control.

Greenland's snap general election will determine the composition of its 31-member parliament, with independence from Denmark a central issue.
Five out of six political parties support eventual independence, though they differ on timelines; none advocate joining the U.S.
President Donald Trump's renewed interest in acquiring Greenland has intensified the independence debate, with Greenlandic leaders firmly rejecting U.S. control.
Greenland's strategic Arctic location and vast untapped mineral resources, including rare earth elements, are key drivers of U.S. interest.
The election's outcome could influence Greenland's approach to independence and its future relations with Denmark and the United States.