### The elections in Greenland: a leviathan emerge in the heart of the Arctic
The recent parliamentary election in Greenland, marked by the success of the Pro-Business Demokraatik party, represents a second stage of a complex political evolution on this island rich in resources and strategic on the geopolitical level. Reviewing the results denoting a support of 29.9 % for Demokraatik against 36.1 % of the outgoing Inuit Autaqatigiit and Siumut government, it is not only the political landscape which is in transformation, but also the very identity of a territory in search of recognition on the international scene.
#### Context and challenges of unfinished autonomy
Greenland, an island that has seen its links with Denmark evolving for centuries, is in the grip of serious questions about its future. Although the separatists have succeeded in galvanizing support through a platform promising fewer attachments with Denmark, the reality remains that all the island’s political forces agree on a simple aspiration for autonomy, without providing a concretely marked path. With 85 % of Greenlanders opposed to an Americanization of their territory, the challenge lies in the management of this desire for independence while preserving its economic and cultural interests.
By examining the proposals of the main parties and their contrasting visions of independence, it is obvious that the Demokraatik is positioned in favor of a more gradual transition. In contrast, the Naleraq, although he won 24.5 % of the votes, wants to be the one who rings the tocsin for a quick break with Copenhagen. This internal debate highlights a fundamental challenge: how to navigate in troubled waters, between the quest for its own identity and the external pressures exacerbated by the great powers wishing to set up in the Arctic.
#### An island under the eye of the geopolitical cyclone
The interest of the United States, particularly under the Trump administration, has galvanized discussions around the sovereignty of Greenland, a rare land of energy and mineral resources. The annexation intentions mentioned by Trump, although poorly felt, were paradoxically seen as an opportunity by certain politicians: they provide Greenland with a better negotiation position towards Denmark. With the growing tensions between the United States and Russia, and China’s ambitions in the region, Greenland slowly turns into a real battlefield on the geopolitical scene, which raises disturbing questions about its security.
Indeed, the prospect of the intensification of the exploitation of rare land in the context of the global energy transition – with interest in rare metals – makes Greenland a key player for the future. The promise of economic diversification through foreign investments appears in a new light. However, it does not come without its challenges, in particular environmental risks and social tensions that could result from it.
#### A cultural imperative
Beyond political and geopolitical issues, it is necessary to look at the cultural dimension of this movement towards autonomy. The candidate of the Naleraq, Qupanuk Olsen, spoke of a pressing desire to reaffirm the Greenlandic cultural identity, wishing a future where decisions will be taken by and for the Greenlanders. It is essential not to lose sight of the fact that any quest for independence must imperatively be accompanied by a desire to assert this identity, rooted in centuries of history, culture and resilience.
Through this prism, it would seem that independence is not simply a political status, but an act of cultural survival. The young Greenlanders carrying a deeply anchored native heritage seem to want to detach themselves from the constraints of a colonial past to build a future that celebrates their culture, their language and their unique history.
#### Conclusion
The Greenland elections do not only represent a change in political guard, but are part of a global movement which questions and redefines power relations in a rapidly changing world. The choices and alliances that will be forged in the coming months will become crucial for the future not only of Greenland, but also for the Arctic as a strategic entity on the international chessboard. The stake greatly exceeding simple political independence: it is a dream of cultural resilience and self -determination, rocked by the hopes of a people who aspire to live according to their own rules while taking into account global challenges.