- US officials met with representatives from Greenland and Denmark to discuss the US's interest in acquiring Greenland, a request previously proposed by President Trump.
- Despite describing the talks as "constructive," significant disagreements remain, prompting the formation of a working group to find common ground.
- Denmark, Greenland, France, and Canada are increasing their presence and influence in Greenland, signalling Greenland’s desire to maintain its autonomy.
A: Hey, did you hear anything crazy in the news today?
B: No! What’s up?
A: So, remember Trump? He really wants Greenland!
B: Seriously? Still? I thought that was old news.
A: Yeah, well, US officials met with people from Greenland and Denmark in Washington.
B: Wow! What did they talk about?
A: Trump says he needs Greenland for, like, US security reasons.
B: That sounds a bit… intense. Denmark isn't having it, though, right?
A: Exactly! They’re saying no way. They called the meeting "constructive" but also said they still disagree.
B: So, are they gonna fight about it?
A: Not exactly fight. They're setting up a special team to try and understand each other better.
B: A working group! Fancy.
A: It gets weirder! Denmark is doing more military exercises in Greenland. Germany is sending people too!
B: Whoa! That’s a big deal. Are other countries getting involved?
A: Totally! France is opening a consulate there, like a mini-embassy.
B: Why would France do that?
A: To show Greenland wants to stay independent. They don’t want to be part of the US, at all.
B: Canada too? Everyone wants a piece!
A: Yep! Canada’s opening a consulate soon as well. It’s all pretty wild, huh?
B: Definitely! Greenland is suddenly very popular.
- Despite describing the talks as "constructive," significant disagreements remain, prompting the formation of a working group to find common ground.
- Denmark, Greenland, France, and Canada are increasing their presence and influence in Greenland, signalling Greenland’s desire to maintain its autonomy.
A: Hey, did you hear anything crazy in the news today?
B: No! What’s up?
A: So, remember Trump? He really wants Greenland!
B: Seriously? Still? I thought that was old news.
A: Yeah, well, US officials met with people from Greenland and Denmark in Washington.
B: Wow! What did they talk about?
A: Trump says he needs Greenland for, like, US security reasons.
B: That sounds a bit… intense. Denmark isn't having it, though, right?
A: Exactly! They’re saying no way. They called the meeting "constructive" but also said they still disagree.
B: So, are they gonna fight about it?
A: Not exactly fight. They're setting up a special team to try and understand each other better.
B: A working group! Fancy.
A: It gets weirder! Denmark is doing more military exercises in Greenland. Germany is sending people too!
B: Whoa! That’s a big deal. Are other countries getting involved?
A: Totally! France is opening a consulate there, like a mini-embassy.
B: Why would France do that?
A: To show Greenland wants to stay independent. They don’t want to be part of the US, at all.
B: Canada too? Everyone wants a piece!
A: Yep! Canada’s opening a consulate soon as well. It’s all pretty wild, huh?
B: Definitely! Greenland is suddenly very popular.
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Summary
US officials explored acquiring Greenland, a prior Trump proposal. Talks were "constructive" but disagreements remain, leading to a working group. Greenland & Denmark resist, with France, Canada & Denmark increasing influence, signaling Greenland's desire for autonomy.
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Category ID: listed_summary
URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20260115_N02/#summary
Date: Jan. 15, 2026
Notes: NHK News Summary - 2026-01-15
Created: 2026/01/15 10:40
Updated: 2026/01/15 11:25
Last Read: 2026/01/15 11:25