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Summary: US special envoy to visit Greenland in March NHK

- US President Trump remains committed to acquiring Greenland, according to special envoy Jeff Landry.
- The US and Denmark have formed a working group, but disagree on its focus: Denmark wants security discussions, while the US wants technical acquisition talks.
- Trump threatened tariffs against nations opposing the Greenland acquisition, prompting solidarity from European countries.

A: Hey Hana! Did you hear something crazy?

B: No, what is it, Kenji? Tell me!

A: Apparently, President Trump wants to buy Greenland!

B: *Really*? Greenland? Wow! Like, the whole island?

A: Yeah! A special US guy, Jeff Landry, is going there in March to talk about it. He says Trump is really serious.

B: That’s… intense. Why would he want Greenland?

A: He thinks it's a good deal for Greenland too. He says it’ll help their economy.

B: Hmm, interesting. So, everyone's happy?

A: Not really! Denmark, who owns Greenland right now, isn't totally on board. They're talking about security stuff. The US wants to talk about *buying* it.

B: So, they're arguing?

A: Exactly! And get this - Trump threatened to put tariffs on countries who don't agree with the plan!

B: *Gasps* A tariff?! He’s serious about that too? That's a lot of pressure!

A: It sure is. Europe is standing up for Denmark now. It’s a big deal.

B: Crazy, right? I wonder what will happen!
Summary
Trump aims to acquire Greenland, dispatching envoy Landry. US & Denmark disagree on talks (security vs. acquisition). Trump threatened tariffs, sparking European solidarity with Denmark. #Greenland #Trump
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ID: 441aa1c7-1b36-44eb-bd0d-70d70934e940

Category ID: listed_summary

URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20260117_N02/#summary

Date: Jan. 17, 2026

Notes: NHK News Summary - 2026-01-17

Created: 2026/01/17 16:40

Updated: 2026/01/17 20:32

Last Read: 2026/01/17 20:32

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