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The amount of snarky sneering from the likes of the BBC is palpable but it was fantastic to see US VP JD Vance visit Greenland and use that visit to call out the Danish cucks!
He is absolutely right.
Denmark’s absolute failure to invest adequately in Greenland stems from a mix of economic, political, and strategic factors. Economically, Denmark, with a very small population of just 5.8 million, lacks the capital and scale to properly develop Greenland’s vast natural resources, like rare earth minerals and potential oil reserves. The harsh Arctic environment and poor infrastructure—limited roads, ports, and telecommunications—further deter large-scale investment, raising costs beyond Denmark’s fiscal capacity.
Politically, Denmark’s annual $580 million subsidy to Greenland, which funds over half its budget, prioritises maintaining stability and Danish sovereignty over fostering economic independence through resource development. This paternalistic approach reflects a reluctance to shift from colonial oversight to a partnership that could empower Greenland, possibly due to fears of losing influence if Greenland becomes self-sufficient or seeks independence.
Strategically, Denmark relies on the U.S. for Greenland’s defence, notably via the Pituffik Space Base which is where JD visited reducing its own incentive to invest in military or economic infrastructure. This combination of limited resources, risk aversion, and geopolitical dynamics has stalled any meaningful investment, keeping Greenland economically dependent.
JD had a clear message for Greenland.
If we quickly look at Denmark’s claim to Greenland we find it rests on very shaky historical and ethical grounds. Originating with Norse settlers under Norwegian sway, Denmark inherited control through a 14th-century union, but its grip lapsed for centuries until Hans Egede’s 1721 mission reasserted influence over an already inhabited land. The 1814 Treaty of Kiel conveniently retained Greenland for Denmark, ignoring Indigenous Inuit rights. The 1933 legal victory over Norway solidified this colonial hold, yet it reeks of opportunism, prioritising European power over self-determination. Denmark’s modern sovereignty, bolstered by subsidies, masks a paternalistic reluctance to let Greenlanders fully govern or profit from their own resources. President Trump will change that!
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