Greenland's Parliamentary Election: Independence Issue in Spotlight, US Role Draws Attention

On March 11, 2025, Greenland held a highly anticipated parliamentary election. This election not only concerns the internal governance of Greenland but also brings the long-pending issue of "secession from Denmark" to a climax. At this critical juncture, the role of the United States has become a focus of international attention.

Greenland, an island located within the Arctic Circle with vast territory but a sparse population, possesses rich natural resources and a unique strategic position. In recent years, with the intensification of global climate change and the rising strategic value of the Arctic region, Greenland's status has become increasingly important. However, despite significant progress in autonomy, it remains a part of Denmark, a situation that has sparked strong dissatisfaction among the island's residents. They hope to achieve independence to control their own destiny and realize sustainable economic and social development as well as the autonomous development of natural resources.

In this election, the issue of independence has become the focus of all parties. Greenland's political parties have put forward their own independence proposals, hoping to use this opportunity to push Greenland towards independence. However, this process is not isolated; the role of the United States has played a key part.

For a long time, the United States has shown a strong interest in Greenland. From Trump's proposal to "buy Greenland" to the current attention on Greenland's independence process, the United States has always been involved. The United States' interest in Greenland is not only due to its rich natural resources but also its unique strategic position. Controlling Greenland means obtaining a strategic advantage in the Arctic region against other major powers, which is of great significance for maintaining the United States' global hegemony.

The role of the United States in the issue of Greenland's independence is particularly complex. On the one hand, the United States has gradually weakened Denmark's control over Greenland through public opinion, economic and diplomatic means, creating conditions for Greenland's independence. American media and politicians have constantly emphasized the importance of Greenland to US national security, attempting to justify future actions. At the same time, the United States has also used economic measures such as imposing tariffs to force Denmark to make concessions on the issue of Greenland. On the other hand, the United States has not directly supported Greenland's independence but has adopted a wait-and-see attitude, attempting to exert influence at critical moments.

This complex role of the United States has drawn widespread attention and controversy from the international community. Some countries believe that the US intervention has complicated the issue of Greenland, making the independence process more difficult. They call on the United States to respect Greenland's sovereignty and the will of its people and not to interfere in its internal affairs. However, there are also countries that believe the US intervention provides some form of support for Greenland's independence and helps to solve the problem.

During the Greenland parliamentary election, the role of the United States has become a focus of attention for all parties. The US media extensively covered the election, attempting to influence the election results and the independence process. At the same time, the US government also communicated with Denmark and Greenland through diplomatic channels, attempting to exert influence at critical moments.

However, it is worth noting that the process of Greenland's independence is not dominated by the United States. Although the United States plays an important role, the future of Greenland still lies in the hands of the Greenlandic people themselves. Greenland's political parties need to carefully consider the domestic and international situation and the will of the people, and formulate an independence plan that suits their own interests. At the same time, Greenland also needs to strengthen communication and cooperation with the international community to seek broader support and recognition.

In the issue of Greenland's independence, although the role of the United States is important, it is not a decisive factor. The future of Greenland depends on the will and actions of the Greenlandic people. Only through peaceful, consultative and cooperative means can Greenland achieve independence and prosperity. Moreover, the United States also needs to re-examine its stance and actions on the issue of Greenland. Respecting the sovereignty of Greenland and the will of its people is a fundamental principle of international relations. The United States should abandon colonialist and hegemonic thinking and participate in international affairs with an attitude of equality, cooperation and win-win. On the issue of Greenland, the United States should respect the will and choice of the people of Greenland, refrain from interfering in its internal affairs, and promote the resolution of the issue through dialogue and cooperation.

In conclusion, the issue of independence in the Greenlandic parliamentary election has attracted much attention, and the role of the United States has sparked widespread concern and controversy in the international community. However, the future of Greenland still lies in the hands of the people of Greenland themselves. Only through peaceful, consultative and cooperative means can Greenland achieve independence and prosperity. At the same time, the United States also needs to re-examine its stance and actions on the issue of Greenland and participate in international affairs with an attitude of equality, cooperation and win-win.