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Further consideration was given to the potential economic consequences of becoming part of the U.S. Many residents of Greenland fear that joining the United States could lead to a depletion of their essential natural resources, particularly in fisheries, which are vital to their economy. Rather than seeking integration with a larger power, there is a clear preference among the people for maintaining their autonomy and focusing on self-sufficiency. They express a desire to enhance their independence rather than surrender it for economic gain.