Sara Olsvig

In this discussion, Sara Olsvig, an advocate for Inuit rights and former parliamentary member from Greenland, delves into Trump's controversial threats about Greenland's annexation. She reveals how these threats are perceived as colonial and insulting by its Inuit residents. Sara emphasizes the strategic significance of Greenland amid climate change, while addressing historical colonial harms and the ongoing push for self-determination. She highlights public resistance to foreign control and reinforces the Inuit commitment to cultural identity and empowerment.

Sara Olsvig, Chair of the Inuit Circumpolar Council and former Greenlandic politician, discusses the importance of Inuit unity and advocacy in global forums. Kuno Fenker, a member of Greenland's parliament, shares insights on indigenous rights and the protection of cultural heritage amid the ongoing crisis. They delve into Greenland's sovereignty, revealing contrasting party views on independence. Olsvig also emphasizes local resilience and how Greenlandic families are navigating these complex times, calling for a recalibration of international narratives.

Sara Olsvig, Ph.D. ved Grønlands Universitet og tidligere medlem af Folketinget, Martin Breum, journalist og ekspert i arktisk geopolitik, samt Jon Rahbek-Clemmensen, lektor på Forsvarsakademiet, dykker ned i det spændingsfyldte forhold mellem Grønland, USA og Rusland. De diskuterer militære udfordringer i Arktis, hybridkrigsførelse og Kinas voksende indflydelse. Desuden belyses Grønlands dilemma mellem selvbestemmelse og udenlandsk indflydelse, og hvordan den geopolitiske situation ændrer sig i takt med klimaforandringer.