Theresa Lillelund
(Danish Graduate Student, MA International Relations, Webster University Athens)
Copyright: @ 2026 Research Institute for European and American Studies (www.rieas.gr) Publication date: 11 January 2026
Note: The article reflects the opinion of the author and not necessarily the views of the Research Institute for European and American Studies.
Over this last year we have heard that “Greenland belongs to the Greenlanders and not the US” as a response to President Donald Trump. However, this has not stopped him or his administration from keeping focus on Greenland and the alleged national security issue. Even though Greenland and the Arctic region have strategic importance, it can be seen as a personal ambition rather than just about security. .. Read more