‘Delusional’: Danish MP Rejects Claims of Russian and Chinese Threat to Greenland

As the debate over Greenland’s future heats up, a senior Danish lawmaker has dismissed fears of a Russian or Chinese threat to the Arctic island as “delusional,” highlighting the growing tension between Denmark and the United States.

Rasmus Jarlov, chair of Denmark’s parliamentary defence committee, spoke out after US President Donald Trump renewed calls to acquire Greenland an autonomous territory under Danish sovereignty, citing security concerns over Russia and China. Trump has not ruled out forceful acquisition, a stance that has alarmed European NATO allies.

“The Threat Is Not Russia or China”

In a pointed response to security expert Velina Tchakarova, who warned European nations risked underestimating Arctic threats, Jarlov tweeted:

“I am head of the defense committee in Denmark… I get all relevant information about it. I can assure you that your fantasies about a big threat from China and Russia against Greenland are delusional. You are the threat. Not them.”

Jarlov’s comments underscore Denmark’s confidence that Greenland faces no imminent threat from Moscow or Beijing, and reflect growing frustration with foreign speculation over Arctic geopolitics.

Russia and China Push Back

Moscow has largely ignored Trump’s acquisition plans, emphasizing that Greenland’s population must decide its own future. Polls suggest little interest among Greenlanders in joining the United States, and Russia has dismissed invasion speculation as “nonsense.”

Beijing, meanwhile, has rejected claims that it seeks control over Greenland. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian urged Washington to avoid using the “so-called China threat” as justification for unilateral action, framing Trump’s rhetoric as self-serving.

“The US should stop using the so-called ‘China threat’ as a pretext for itself to seek selfish gains,” Lin said.

The US Push for Greenland

Trump’s interest in Greenland is part of a broader Arctic strategy, citing the island’s strategic location and resource potential. Recent reports indicate that the US president has ordered military planners to draft scenarios for a potential Greenland invasion, alarming NATO allies and prompting calls for diplomacy rather than unilateral action.

European defense analysts have warned that such moves could “risk undermining NATO from within,” highlighting the delicate balance of Arctic security and the importance of respecting Denmark’s sovereignty.

Greenlanders’ Voice

Local sentiment is clear: Greenland’s residents largely prefer to remain under Danish sovereignty and have expressed little appetite for joining the US. The debate has sparked discussions about the ethics of territorial ambitions and the influence of great powers over small, autonomous regions.

Social Media Reaction

Online, commentators have criticized Trump’s rhetoric as overblown and destabilizing. Many praised Denmark for standing firm. One Twitter user wrote:

“Greenland belongs to its people, not a Twitter fantasy about China or Russia. Denmark is right to call this out.”

As Arctic geopolitics gain attention, Jarlov’s sharp remarks send a clear message: Greenland is secure, and external exaggeration of threats does little to protect it. With Denmark asserting sovereignty and Greenlanders largely opposed to joining the US, the island remains firmly under European oversight, for now.

{Source: IOL}

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