Greenland's Access to Independence
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Chapter 8: Greenland's access to independence
Section 21. The decision on Greenland's independence is made by the Greenlandic people.
PCS. 2. If a decision is made pursuant to subsection 1, negotiations are initiated between the government and Naalakkersuisut with a view to implementing independence for Greenland.
PCS. 3. An agreement between Naalakkersuisut and the government on the implementation of independence for Greenland must be concluded with the consent of Inatsisartut and must be approved by a referendum in Greenland. The agreement must also be entered into with the consent of the Danish Parliament.
PCS. 4. Independence for Greenland implies that Greenland takes over sovereignty over Greenland.
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Summary
Chapter 8 of the law states that the decision regarding Greenland's independence is determined by the Greenlandic people. If a decision for independence is made, negotiations will be initiated between the government and Naalakkersuisut to implement independence. An agreement between Naalakkersuisut and the government must be reached with the consent of Inatsisartut and approved by a referendum in Greenland. The agreement must also be approved by the Danish Parliament. Independence for Greenland signifies that Greenland will assume sovereignty over its territory.
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