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WASHINGTON, D. C. - President Donald Trump is said to be thinking about giving each Greenlandian a bribe of up to $100,000 so that they can break away from Denmark and become part of the United States again. This information comes from insiders who have knowledge about the matter and who have disclosed it to the media.
The offer,
which was first reported by Reuters, reminds one of Trump’s interest in taking
over an Arctic territory that is geopolitically and economically important and
which has been eyed by many superpowers. Although nothing has been heard from
the White House concerning the alleged bribe, some top officials have stated
that the government is “actively exploring all options” for creating a U.S.-Greenland partnership that would be favourable to “both the people of
Greenland and the American economy.”
According
to sources, a plan has been laid out for the establishment of a Greenland
Transition Fund, which will offer financial inducements amounting to $100,000
for every individual who decides to become an American citizen. It is claimed
that through this proposal, it is hoped that Greenlanders will be made to back
a progressive change in leadership towards American while at the same time
enhancing economic integration via massive infrastructural investments as well
as tapping into available resources.
A
Controversial Return to an Old Ambition
Trump’s
renewed interest in Greenland dates back to 2019, when he floated the idea of
buying the island from Denmark, a move that did not go well with Copenhagen
and was laughed off globally. The Danish Prime Minister described it as
“absurd”, leading to Trump calling off his visit.
With
changing geopolitics and increased global competition for Arctic resources,
experts believe he is returning with a different economic approach.
The island
possesses huge quantities of rare earth minerals, oil, and natural gas, as well as
being strategically located for military and satellite operations, making
it very crucial. Nonetheless, the concept of offering citizens money so that
they can leave Danish control does not sit well with many people.
Backlash
in Denmark and Greenland
The Danish
government has come out strongly against the alleged move, terming it “an
open case of economic duress.” On their part, some leaders in Greenland see
this as a chance for independence or self-rule, while others view it as an
affront to their culture.
“This is
not a question of opportunities but rather exploitation,” remarked one member
of parliament in Greenland, accusing the Trump administration of treating individuals
like pawns in geopolitics.
It is
argued by analysts that any attempt to change Greenland’s status would
contravene international law and Danish sovereignty; hence, it would most
likely result in diplomatic fallout between Washington and Copenhagen.
A
Risky Venture
Trump’s supporters maintain that the plan is aimed
at enhancing American control in a region where Russia and China are posing a
challenge. Should it be effected, there may be a change in how not just America
relates with Denmark but also the worldwide Arctic policy.
At the moment, everyone is on high alert because
what Trump has just done geopolitically might turn out to be one of the boldest
foreign policy decisions made in contemporary America.