According to international sources, the United States is XEM a groundbreaking and controversial proposal: a one-time cash payment, potentially up to $100,000, to each Greenland resident as part of a plan to acquire Greenland. If implemented, this would be a direct financial offer to the local population, rather than negotiations at the government level as in historical territorial deals. The goal is reportedly to garner support from the Greenlandic community, thereby reducing political and social barriers to a sovereignty transfer agreement.
The strategic context behind Greenland
Greenland is an autonomous territory of Denmark, strategically located in the Arctic. The island has:
- Strategically important for military and security, close to newly formed shipping lanes created by melting ice.
- Large reserves of natural resources, including rare earth elements, minerals, and energy potential.
- The increasing Vai of major powers in geopolitical competition.
These factors make Greenland a strategic flashpoint, especially in the context of the US, China, and Russia all increasing their presence in the Arctic region.
The idea isn't new, but the approach is unprecedented.
The US desire to buy Greenland is not new. Washington considered acquiring the island in the 19th century and again after World War II. Most recently, the idea was revived during President Donald Trump's term, but faced strong opposition from Denmark and the Greenland government.
However, the proposal to directly pay citizens up to $100,000 per person, if validated, would be a completely different approach, placing the people of Greenland at the center of a political and sovereignty dilemma.
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Legal and ethical questions
Experts believe this scenario would trigger a series of legal and ethical debates, including:
- Is "buying" public support consistent with international law?
- To what extent will Greenland's right to self-determination be guaranteed?
- What is Denmark's Vai and voice in such an agreement?
Furthermore, the total cost of this plan could reach tens of billions of dollars, depending on population size and accompanying financial commitments, raising major questions about its budgetary feasibility and political support within the US.
The international reaction is being watched.
Currently, there has been no official confirmation from the White House, the US Congress, or the governments of Denmark and Greenland. However, observers believe that if this information continues to be confirmed, the reactions from Copenhagen and Nuuk (the capital of Greenland) will be decisive for the next developments.
