Denmark has taken Trump’s plan to acquire Greenland seriously, as the phrase ‘Greenland is not for sale’ is not something to be taken lightly. Secretary of State Rubio’s serious tone in his television appearance, elevating the issue to the level of national interest, seems to indicate that this is not a whimsical idea of the president. Danish Foreign Minister Rasmussen’s response is telling; he emphasizes that the future of Greenland should be decided by the people of Greenland themselves, which is also reflected in the island’s public opinion polls—most residents prefer a looser relationship with Denmark and oppose joining the United States. As for Rubio’s concerns about the importance of the Arctic shipping lanes and the potential for China to expand its presence there, these seem more like strategic anxieties than actual interests.