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Trump Suggests U.S. Should Own Greenland for Defense

1/22/2026

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At the World Economic Forum, U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States should own Greenland for defense against China and Russia, but would not use force to acquire it.
Greenland is part of Denmark, has its own parliament, and is not for sale.
Several countries maintain overseas territories for strategic, economic, and historical reasons.
Portugal licensed its first spaceport in the Azores, boosting its strategic position.

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At the World Economic Forum, U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States should own Greenland for defense against China and Russia, but would not use force to acquire it.
Greenland is part of Denmark, has its own parliament, and is not for sale.
Several countries maintain overseas territories for strategic, economic, and historical reasons.
Portugal licensed its first spaceport in the Azores, boosting its strategic position.