ost Alex Calder explores Greenland's path to potential independence, beginning with Trump's twenty nineteen purchase proposal that revealed how major powers view Greenland as a strategic asset. The episode examines the independence movement's emotional appeal versus practical challenges, particularly the six hundred million dollar annual Danish subsidy. Key controversies include the future of Thule Air Base, Chinese investment attempts blocked by Denmark and the United States, and competing great power pressures. The episode presents multiple future scenarios, from continued autonomy within Denmark to full independence to possible alignment with major powers, emphasizing that Greenlanders themselves must determine their nation's future in this pivotal moment.
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