Overview
- President Donald Trump announced on Dec. 21 that Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry will serve as a special envoy for Greenland, making the announcement on social media.
- Trump argued that U.S. control of Greenland is necessary for national security and said Landry understands the territory’s strategic importance.
- Denmark’s Foreign Ministry lodged a formal protest by calling in U.S. Ambassador Howry following the appointment.
- Some reporting suggests Danish concerns may include suspected U.S. operational activity in Greenland, a point that remains unconfirmed.
- International outlets, including Japanese media, are treating the episode as an emerging diplomatic dispute with broader Arctic and alliance implications.