Overview

• Trump reiterated his desire to purchase Greenland, citing national security and resource interests, despite Denmark and Greenland rejecting the idea outright.
• The president-elect also proposed reclaiming control of the Panama Canal, claiming high fees violate prior agreements, a claim dismissed by Panama’s president as baseless.
• Experts and analysts have dismissed these proposals as highly unrealistic, with many viewing them as rhetorical posturing or negotiating tactics rather than actionable plans.
• Critics argue these statements reflect a neo-imperialist approach and raise concerns about U.S. adherence to international norms and treaties.
• The proposals have drawn widespread international criticism, with leaders in Denmark, Greenland, and Panama firmly rejecting any notion of territorial transfer.