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Imagine a land of glaciers, Northern Lights, and just 40,000 voters shaping history. Greenland, the world's largest island, is melting political ice this week as it holds its most consequential election in decades – with independence from Denmark and control over rare-earth minerals sparking fiery debates.
YouTube influencer Qupanuk Olsen, running with the nationalist Naleraq Party, told voters: "Our regulations are first written in Danish… It should be the opposite." With 72% of residents supporting eventual independence (per 2021 polls), candidates are racing to redefine Greenland’s identity and resources strategy.
Why it matters globally? Greenland holds vast deposits of coveted minerals critical for green energy tech. Meanwhile, young voters (30% under 35) demand climate action and cultural sovereignty. As Denmark’s Queen Margrethe prepares to step down, the Arctic jewel’s future glows brighter – and more contested – than ever.
Greenland holds vast deposits of coveted minerals critical for green energy tech. Meanwhile, young voters (30% under 35) demand climate action and cultural sovereignty. As Denmark’s Queen Margrethe prepares to step down, the Arctic jewel’s future glows brighter – and more contested – than ever.
Denmark Protests Erupt Over US VP’s Greenland Visit
