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U.S. Scales Back Greenland Visit After Local and Danish Backlash

Vice President JD Vance's visit redirects to the Pituffik Space Base as Greenlandic and Danish leaders reject U.S. annexation push, fueling independence movements.

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Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen walks to attend a European Union summit in Brussels, Belgium March 20, 2025. REUTERS/Yves Herman/File photo
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Greenland flags flutter in front of the Danish territory's Parliament in Nuuk, on Feb. 13, 2025.

Overview

  • Planned cultural visits to Greenland's capital, Nuuk, and a dogsledding event were canceled due to widespread local opposition and diplomatic tensions.
  • Greenland's government clarified it had not extended invitations for Usha Vance's visit, calling U.S. efforts disrespectful to Greenlandic sovereignty.
  • Vice President JD Vance joined the trip, focusing on the Pituffik Space Base, a key U.S. military installation critical to Arctic defense and space surveillance.
  • Greenlandic independence movements have gained momentum, with only 6% of residents supporting U.S. annexation, according to recent polling.
  • Denmark has increased Arctic defense spending, allocating $2 billion to address security concerns as U.S. rhetoric escalates over Greenland's strategic value.