Kristian Jeremiassen on the withdrawal of the offer to Jeff Landry: - I am disappointed

Jeff Landry was supposed to be in the audience when Avannaata Qimussersua is held in Qasigiannguit on March 28. 

The plan was for him to arrive on March 25th via the local tourism company Experience Qasigiannguit.

But the family-owned company has now withdrawn its offer, KNQK reported on Monday.

– I don't have much to say. We've seen their reaction, says Kristian Jeremiassen.

What reaction?

– Their disagreement, he says, referring to KNQK.

Kristian Jeremiassen explains that the decision was made after an internal family discussion, after the offer had been criticized by KNQK.

– We have had to respect the association's statement. We did not want to create problems for others, he says.

Disappointed by the withdrawal

Kristian Jeremiassen does not hide the fact that he is disappointed that the offer was withdrawn.

– I am disappointed that he is not coming. It would also have had great commercial significance for Qasigiannguit, he says.

Do you regret in any way that you sent an offer to Jeff Landry?

- No. We have no regrets, we simply intend to develop tourism and give people the opportunity to experience the beautiful country, says Kristian Jeremiassen.

He emphasizes that it is necessary to promote tourism, as Qasigiannguit is experiencing population decline and fewer jobs, and that winter tourism often comes to a standstill.

Is it appropriate that those working to take over our country should be used to promote tourism?

– People who want to come as tourists must be welcome, and it is very important to give them an experience of our nature, which is both beautiful and magnificent, concludes Kristian Jeremiassen.