Greenland Rejects Trump’s Hospital Ship Offer, Cites Adequate Healthcare

According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, Greenland‘s Prime Minister, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, has turned down an offer from United States President Donald Trump to dispatch a hospital ship to the island. Nielsen communicated his refusal via social media, stating, “No thank you.” He highlighted the differences between Greenland’s and America’s healthcare systems, emphasizing that Greenland benefits from a free public health service, contrasting with the United States where medical costs are borne by patients. The Prime Minister also called for direct communication with the U.S. rather than uncalculated statements on social media, reaffirming Greenland’s consistent openness to dialogue and cooperation.

Earlier, the Danish Minister of Defense had also responded to Trump’s announcement of sending a hospital ship to Greenland, affirming that the island’s healthcare system does not need foreign aid. The minister added that Greenland’s residents receive necessary medical care on the island and can travel to Denmark for specialized treatment if needed. These remarks followed President Trump’s assertion that “Greenland’s residents are not being cared for” and that his country would send an “extraordinary hospital ship” for patient care.

Greenland, the world’s largest island, holds strategic importance in the Arctic region and is rich in mineral resources. The island is autonomous but remains part of the Kingdom of Denmark. Trump had previously expressed that the island is vital for U.S. national security and sought its acquisition. He had even threatened to take control by force if necessary, which subsequently escalated tensions between Washington and its European allies within the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).