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MNN Global · January 20, 2026 · 1 min read

Former Trump adviser says Greenland will remain Danish

What happened: Donald Trump's former chief economic adviser stated that the US president's interest in Greenland is a negotiation tactic and that Greenland will stay part of Denmark.

Why it matters:

  • Clarifies the political status of Greenland amid US interest.
  • Affects international relations between the US, Denmark, and Greenland.

MNN Take: The adviser suggests that the US approach is strategic rather than a genuine attempt to acquire Greenland, indicating no immediate change in Greenland's sovereignty.

Sources: BBC Business