Greenland PM Donald Trump 2026 Purchase Rhetoric: "We Will Not Be Part of USA"

Greenland isn't for sale, and it's certainly not becoming the 51st state. The territory's Prime Minister has issued a definitive rebuff to Donald Trump's recurring interest in acquiring the island. As of January 13, 2026, the Arctic sovereignty debate has reached a fever pitch once again.

Greenland PM Donald Trump 2026 Stance on Sovereignty

According to reports from Al Jazeera, the Greenland PM asserted that the territory "will not be part of the USA." The statement comes as a response to revived rhetoric from the Trump administration, which famously floated the idea of purchasing the island in 2019.

While the PM dodged specific questions regarding the inflammatory nature of the rhetoric, the underlying message was clear: Greenland's identity is tied to its people and its relationship with Denmark, not to a real estate transaction. Local Inuit fishermen have expressed deep-seated fears that a US takeover could dismantle their cultural heritage and maritime rights.

Internal US Turmoil Meets External Ambition

This diplomatic friction occurs as Donald Trump faces domestic hurdles. Minnesota is currently suing the administration over aggressive ICE operations, highlighting a polarized American political landscape. Critics argue that the focus on Greenland is a strategic distraction, yet military analysts point to the island's critical role in monitoring Arctic shipping lanes.