The Documentary Podcast World Questions - Greenland
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Jan 7, 2026 Join a captivating discussion with Naya Natanielsen, Greenland's Minister, who champions responsible mining and environmental standards. Louise Elholm provides insights on Denmark's role in Greenland’s quest for self-determination. Kuno Fenker voices concerns over indigenous rights and critical views on independence. Ulrik Pramged delves into the geopolitics of Arctic resources and the challenges of global supply chains. Together, they explore the complexities of mining, independence, and the future of Greenlandic culture and rights.
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Independence As A Long-Term Project
- Greenlanders have long pursued independence as a gradual, decades-long project rather than a sudden break.
- Financial reliance on Denmark makes economic development central to any move toward greater self-rule.
Grow Economy Before Political Breaks
- Build economic capacity through mining, fisheries, tourism and energy to reduce dependence on Danish subsidies.
- Prioritise sustainable production that strengthens welfare while preparing for external self-rule.
Law Versus Geopolitics
- International law affirms Greenlanders' right to self-determination, but geopolitics complicates implementation.
- Full independence still requires pragmatic sharing of functions like defence and economic ties.