The brand new authorities takes workplace at a pivotal second, with U.S. President Donald Trump repeatedly threatening to grab the Arctic island and refusing to rule out utilizing navy drive or financial coercion to snare it.
Greenland has been a self-ruling Danish territory for many years, and comprises huge reserves of important minerals whereas occupying a key strategic location within the Arctic.
Vance is anticipated to reach imminently with a U.S. delegation that features his spouse Usha Vance, Nationwide Safety Adviser Mike Waltz and Power Secretary Chris Wright.
European Fee President Ursula von der Leyen congratulated Greenland’s new authorities Friday, pointedly emphasizing the EU’s dedication.
“You deserve companions who respect you and deal with you as equals. And the European Union is proud to be such a accomplice for you,” von der Leyen mentioned.
