A planned visit to Greenland by US officials, including the second lady, Usha Vans and the Minister of Energy, sparked protest amid President Donald Trump’s push to include Danish lands.
Vance Greenland is scheduled to visit from Thursday to Saturday to watch the national dog race and “celebrate culture and green unity,” the White House said. CNN In a statement. National Security Adviser Mike Waltz and Energy Minister Chris Wright will join Vans on the trip, according to Greenland News Organization Sremitsiaq. The port indicated that travel is not an official visit, and many green politicians refused to meet with the second lady.
The Danish National Police sent additional officers and police dogs to the region on Sunday as part of the regular security measures that they took during the visits by the personalities – and in a possible anticipation of the protests. A police spokesman refused to provide details, but the local media reported that dozens of employees were transferred. This step follows the demonstrations of citizens earlier this month against Trump vow To include the island, which has a wealth of rare minerals.
Since he took office, Trump has repeatedly expressed his interest in grabbing Greenland, although Denmark and Greenland rejected the idea. Trump’s desire is at the forefront of the region’s security, as other global powers, including Russia and China, seek to influence the Arctic.
In an interview on Sunday with the local media, the Prime Minister in Greenland described the journey of officials as “very aggressive.” It took a special problem with the expected Waltz.
“What is the National Security Adviser at Greenland? The only purpose is to show power on us,” Ed said. “Just his presence in Greenland will undoubtedly lead to an American belief in Trump’s mission – and pressure will increase.”
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