Denmark reports no foreign interference in Greenland's election

Denmark's intelligence agencies reported that Greenland's recent election showed no signs of foreign government interference. The March 11 election gained attention after President Donald Trump made controversial comments about the importance of the Arctic island. The pro-business Demokraatit party won unexpectedly, defeating two left-leaning parties that formed the previous government. Greenland is a self-governing region of Denmark, and the results reflect a desire for a slower path to independence. Despite the lack of foreign influence, Danish intelligence noted a lot of misinformation on social media. Fake accounts pretending to be politicians shared false information widely. Jens-Frederik Nielsen, who is likely to become the new prime minister, has dismissed Trump’s attempts to control Greenland. He emphasized that the people of Greenland should decide their own future. The campaign primarily focused on local issues like healthcare and education, rather than international politics. Greenland is strategically important due to its location and resources, including rare-earth minerals vital for technology. The island has a population of about 56,000, mostly of Indigenous Inuit descent.