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Greenland: An Opposition Victory and the Competition for the Arctic
Jun 3, 2009 | 16:22 GMT
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Summary
The left-wing opposition in Greenland has won power for the first time since the island obtained home rule from Denmark. The electoral victory for the party, which ultimately seeks independence for the Arctic island, comes as Greenland is set to receive expanded home-rule powers. It also comes as outside powers are increasing their competition over the Arctic, a struggle the events in Greenland hold broad significance for.
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