Overview
- On Friday, Kasper Hjulmand said his remarks were about basic human rights and respect, describing them as nonpartisan and not a left‑right statement.
- In his New Year LinkedIn post, he warned that some leaders treat the world like a hunting ground and urged more humanity, empathy, knowledge, understanding, and listening.
- He sent warm wishes to the people of Greenland and paired the message with images of the island plus praying-hands and heart emojis.
- Coverage across German-language outlets interprets the post as an indirect rebuke of President Donald Trump over his stated interest in taking control of Greenland.
- Reports highlight Hjulmand’s relationship with Greenlander Maliina Abelsen as context for his focus on the island, and there were no immediate official responses noted.