OSLO, Jan. 19 (Xinhua) -- Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen on Monday reaffirmed that the U.S. latest statements, including the tariff threats, will not change Greenland's firm stance in defending its right to decide its own future.
"The latest statements from the United States, including the tariff threats, will not change our position. We will not let ourselves be pressured. We stand firm on dialogue, on respect and on international law," he said in a post on social media platform Facebook.
Nilsson thanked the demonstrations held in several cities in Denmark and Greenland over the weekend in solidarity with Greenland, saying the events were "impressive" and demonstrated "strong and dignified unity."
"At the same time, we also feel the support from other countries and leaders. That means something. Not as interference, but as a clear recognition that Greenland is a democratic society with the right to make its own decisions," he wrote.
Thousands of people took to the streets in Copenhagen on Saturday to protest against U.S. actions and remarks suggesting control over Greenland. Meanwhile, other cities across Denmark and the capital of Greenland also reported mass demonstrations, with protesters chanting slogans such as "Greenland is not for sale."
Greenland, the world's largest island, is a self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, with Copenhagen retaining control over defense and foreign policy. The United States maintains a military base on the island. Since returning to office in 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump has repeatedly expressed a desire to "obtain" Greenland. ■