JD Vance's recent visit to Greenland drew significant criticism as it was conducted without an invitation from local leaders or the Danish government. The trip, limited to a remote Arctic base, was overshadowed by the Greenlanders' widespread opposition to any U.S. control, demonstrated by their recent election favoring self-rule and independence. Vance's justifications for U.S. interest in Greenland, claiming a need to protect against foreign threats, lacked evidence and did not address the U.S.'s obligations under existing treaties. The backdrop features heightened geopolitical competition in the Arctic amid climate change and resource exploitation.
Vance faced strong disapproval in Greenland, where leaders rejected his visit, reflecting deep-seated resentment against U.S. claims of ownership and threats of annexation.
The election outcome in Greenland revealed a strong desire for expanded self-rule or independence, with the population firmly resisting any U.S. territorial claims.
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