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Usha Vance, wife of US Vice President JD Vance, is set to visit Greenland on Thursday as President Donald Trump continues to push for the annexation of the strategically significant territory. Her trip is part of a high-profile US delegation that aims to engage with Greenlandic culture and heritage while also observing the nation’s renowned dogsled race. The delegation is scheduled to return to the US on March 29, according to a White House statement.
A Strategic Visit with Diplomatic Undertones
As part of the broader trip, White House national security advisor Mike Waltz and Energy Secretary Chris Wright will also visit a US military base in Greenland, highlighting Washington’s deepening interest in the Arctic region. The White House has not provided further details on their visit, but the inclusion of top officials signals the geopolitical weight of the trip.
Trump has made Greenland’s annexation a key policy goal since his return to office on January 20, citing its strategic location and rich mineral reserves. Positioned along the shortest route between Europe and North America, Greenland plays a critical role in the US ballistic missile warning system, making it a valuable asset for national security.
Pushback from Greenland and Denmark
Despite the Trump administration’s enthusiasm, Greenland and Denmark remain firmly opposed to any annexation efforts. The Greenlandic government, currently in a transitional period following a March 11 general election, has not issued an official statement regarding the visit.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, however, has been vocal about Denmark’s stance. Reacting to news of the visit, she stated, “This is something we take seriously.” While open to cooperation with the US, Frederiksen emphasized that it must be rooted in “the fundamental rules of sovereignty.”
She further asserted that any dialogue concerning Greenland’s future would be closely coordinated between Denmark, the US, and Greenland’s future government.
The Future of US-Greenland Relations
While the visit is officially framed as a cultural and diplomatic engagement, it undeniably underscores Washington’s ongoing interest in the Arctic region. With Greenland’s vast natural resources and its role in global security, the territory remains a focal point of geopolitical discussions. The coming months will determine whether US-Greenland relations take a cooperative path or face further tensions over sovereignty disputes.
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