Thousands of Greenlanders marched in Nuuk, Greenland, on Saturday to protest against former U.S. President Donald Trump's policies toward the territory, which is a self-governing part of Denmark. Demonstrators carried signs, waved Greenlandic flags, and chanted "Greenland is not for sale" as they marched from Nuuk's city center to the U.S. consulate, according to the Associated Press.

The protest coincided with news that Trump, speaking from Florida, announced a 10% import tax on goods from eight European countries, effective in February, as retaliation for their opposition to U.S. control of Greenland.

Trump had repeatedly expressed interest in the U.S. acquiring Greenland, citing its strategic location and mineral resources. His renewed calls for U.S. control came shortly after a U.S. military operation ousted Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro earlier in January, according to news agencies.

The demonstration in Nuuk saw Greenlanders of all ages listening to traditional Inuit singing and speeches. The march highlighted growing concerns among Greenlanders about potential U.S. interference in their self-governance.

The U.S. has a long history of interest in Greenland, dating back to the post-World War II era. In 1946, the U.S. offered to buy Greenland from Denmark for $100 million, but the offer was rejected. The U.S. maintains a military presence in Greenland at Thule Air Base, a strategically important early warning radar facility.

The recent developments underscore the complex geopolitical dynamics in the Arctic region, where melting ice caps are opening up new shipping routes and access to valuable resources, leading to increased competition among nations. The European Union and other Arctic nations have expressed concerns about the potential for militarization and environmental degradation in the region. The import tax announcement adds another layer of complexity to the already strained relationship between the U.S. and several European nations. The long-term implications of these policies on Greenland's economy and its relationship with both Denmark and the U.S. remain to be seen.