In Nuuk, Greenland’s most popular social media influencer, Qupanuk Olsen, joins the political race with the pro-independence opposition party Naleraq as Greenlanders consider their future with a possible push for independence, influenced by the United States’ growing interest in the region. The coming election on Tuesday could be a turning point in Greenland’s history, as debates over self-governance and independence from Denmark gain momentum. Olsen, normally known for sharing daily life updates in Greenland, now stands at the heart of a historic electoral moment. With international attention on Greenland and discussions about the island’s relationship with Denmark and the U.S., the question remains whether Greenland will take steps towards independence or maintain its ties with Copenhagen. While local parties widely support the idea of independence, the path and timing for such a change are still unclear. Greenland has been semi-autonomous under Danish rule since 1979 but relies on Denmark for its annual budget. The debate over Greenland’s status intensifies with U.S. President Donald Trump expressing interest in the island’s resources and military presence. Despite this, Greenlanders are firm about shaping their own destiny and not becoming an American state.

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