1. How does Greenland’s tourism boom rely on Filipino and Asian workers?

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## Greenland’s tourism sector relies on Asian and Filipino workers to address critical labour shortages caused by a declining local population and a massive influx of visitors.

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The rapid growth of the tourism industry in Greenland, particularly in hubs like Ilulissat, is sustained by a foreign workforce that fills essential roles in hospitality and service. With a local population of only 5,000 in Ilulissat facing 50,000 annual visitors, the island’s labour market cannot meet the demand for services, making the contribution of Asian workers—who now comprise 5 to 6 per cent of the island's total workforce—vital to maintaining operational standards.

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