Greenland 'will stay Greenland', former Trump adviser declares

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 4 min read 100% complete January 20, 2026 at 01:00 AM

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Former Trump advisor Gary Cohn stated at the World Economic Forum in Davos that "Greenland will stay Greenland," dismissing any potential forced ownership change by the U.S. Cohn, now IBM's vice chairman, linked Trump's past interest in Greenland to the territory's critical mineral resources. He suggested Trump's recent comments might be a negotiating tactic to increase the U.S. military presence and secure an "offtake" agreement for Greenland's rare earth minerals. Cohn emphasized bipartisan consensus in the U.S. that Greenland's sovereignty should be respected, especially given its strategic importance and NATO affiliation. He cautioned against any aggressive actions, highlighting the potential geopolitical and economic consequences.

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