Greenland in facts and figures
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Greenland in facts and figures

Associated Press  

NUUK, Greenland — Greenland is having a moment in the spotlight as U.S. President Donald Trump maneuvers to gain control of the mineral-rich Arctic country. Here are some facts and figures about it: Population 56,699 Eligible Voters About 40,000 Biggest cities Nuuk — 19,880 Sisimiut — 5,412 Ilulissat — 4,963 Qaqortaq — 3,047 Aasiaat — 2,951 Economy Fishing produces about 90% of Greenland’s exports. In 2023, the grant was 4.144 billion kroner, or about half of the Greenland government’s revenue and 20% of gross domestic product. Results of the 2021 parliamentary election Party Votes Seats Inuit Ataqatigiit 9,933 12 Siumut 7,986 10 Naleraq 3,252 4 Demokraatit 2,454 3 Atassut 1,878 2 Sources Statistics Greenland; European Parliament

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