Exclusive: Inside VP Vance’s Greenland Trip - A Chess Move in Trump’s Global Security Strategy (Video)
by N.Morgan
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VP JD Vance’s surprise visit to Thule Air Base in Greenland has sent shockwaves through international relations, delivering President Trump’s uncompromising message about America’s strategic interests in the Arctic. Accompanied by National Security Advisor Mike Waltz and Energy Secretary Chris Wright, Vance didn’t mince words when addressing Denmark’s stewardship of Greenland, stating bluntly: “You have not done a good job by the people of Greenland. You have underinvested in their security and their future.”
The visit highlights the Trump administration’s view of Greenland as critical to American security, with Vance emphasizing the base’s role in missile defense: “If a missile was fired from an enemy country into the United States, it is the people here who would give notice.” Beyond military significance, Greenland represents a treasure trove of resources – rare earth minerals, oil, and gas – increasingly coveted as Russia and China expand their Arctic ambitions.
Danish officials reacted swiftly, with Foreign Minister Lars Rasmussen expressing displeasure: “We do not appreciate the tone. This is not how you speak to close allies.” Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen reportedly planned an immediate trip to Greenland, while Greenland’s Prime Minister firmly stated, “Greenland is ours.”
Despite spending only three hours at the base, Vance’s statements have reverberated internationally. Critics call the approach unnecessarily confrontational, while supporters see it as a necessary reassertion of American leadership in a neglected region. Vance suggested Greenlanders themselves would benefit from closer ties with the United States, potentially encouraging independence movements more amenable to American partnership.
This Arctic move signals Trump’s administration playing chess while others play checkers.
the biggest threat to amerika is from within..from its own politicians and ngos.. If Trump would concentrate on these instead of stirring up trouble around the world we all would be in a better place…Trmps sanctions are not the way to go …co operation with all other countries should be where we are all looking …the world is only a mess because of amerika is wanting to be top dog everywhere by any means possible… most of the worlds problems are caused by reactions and solutions to other countries having to counter amerkan subterfuge in almost every aspect