Opposition leads in Greenland election

Flavius Niculescu

The historic vote could lead the Arctic island to seek independence from Denmark or closer ties with the US Two opposition parties in Greenland, one favoring economic development and the other advocating immediate independence, are leading in the country's parliamentary election, according to preliminary results released on Wednesday. The vote has drawn international attention, partly due to US President Donald Trump’s desire to purchase the island, which is an autonomous territory of Denmark.

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