The governing basis for the new Danish government contains several measures regarding Greenland, the two members of the Folketing for Greenland say.
The two members of the Folketing for Greenland, IA’s Naaja H. Nathanielsen and Naleraq’s Qarsoq Høegh-Dam were summoned to the closing meetings at Marienborg on Tuesday morning.
Here they were presented with the section from the foundation of government on the commonwealth, which has been given the title: “An equal commonwealth”, to which they have contributed input and comments. They are both satisfied with the process and the result.
– We support the foundations of this government. We have had a good dialogue and some constructive conversations, says Qarsoq Høegh-Dam, who has focused on bringing the standard for the non-repatriated areas of responsibility up to Danish level within this government period.
Strengthening SAR preparedness
In addition, Qarsoq mentions that strengthening SAR preparedness in Greenland, for example in the form of increased geographic helicopter coverage, has been a large part of Naleraq’s election campaign.
– I have also stood up for the rights of Greenlandic families a lot, and therefore I am satisfied that it is part of the government’s foundation to secure the rights of indigenous peoples and examine the international standards as well as ensure the interests of Greenlandic children and the rights of Greenlandic families in Denmark.
– So in that way, I think the government basis has become a bit “orange”, says Qarsoq Høegh-Dam.
Submarine cable to Tasiilaq
Naaja H. Nathanielsen says that she experienced the dialogue as very constructive, and that there has also been close and good coordination with Qarsoq and Naleraq.
– It has made the negotiation room better that we have stood closely together. I am particularly pleased that it has now been established with a 7-inch nail that we must have a submarine cable to Tasiilaq, and that steps are also being taken towards increased foreign policy powers.
– In addition, it has been heartbreaking for me that we get rid of the dark chapters in our shared history, and that a decision will be made on an official apology to the legally fatherless and the adopted, says Naaja H. Nathanielsen.
