The Expat Money Show - With Mikkel Thorup

390: Trump’s Greenland Push And A Shifting World Order

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Jan 21, 2026
The discussion revolves around Trump’s renewed ambition to acquire Greenland, exploring the geopolitical implications of such a move. The hosts argue that Europe is losing relevance in global politics and examine the shifting dynamics of U.S. military spending. They also cover the recent changes in St. Kitts' citizenship-by-investment program and new U.S. visa bond requirements aimed at preventing overstays. The topics highlight a rapidly evolving world order and the increasing urgency for global mobility.
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Greenland As Strategic Repositioning

  • Trump is seriously pushing to acquire Greenland as a strategic move and is prepared to use pressure or incentives.
  • Marc Clair and Mikkel Thorup view this as part of a broader repositioning of global power and Europe's waning influence.
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Europe Losing Global Clout

  • Europe is becoming strategically irrelevant and may be sidelined by larger powers.
  • Mikkel Thorup argues Europe will become a cultural museum rather than a decision-making power.
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NATO Funding Underpins U.S. Claims

  • The U.S. funds a large portion of NATO and could argue it already protects Greenland.
  • That funding underpins Trump's rationale to formalize American control or influence there.
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