A tongue-in-cheek proposal from a German political group has sparked amusement—and some raised eyebrows—after suggesting that Germany should 'buy' the Spanish island of Mallorca.
The idea, put forward by the satirical party Die PARTEI, immediately drew comparisons to former US President Donald Trump’s controversial 2019 attempt to purchase Greenland from Denmark.
Why Mallorca?
Mallorca has long been a favourite holiday destination for German tourists, with many joking that it feels like a 'German colony' due to the sheer number of visitors from Germany each year. The proposal, though clearly not serious, plays on this cultural dynamic.
'If the Americans can try to buy Greenland, why can’t we make an offer for Mallorca?' quipped one party member.
Public Reaction
The suggestion has been met with mixed reactions. Some social media users found it hilarious, while others questioned whether such jokes trivialise geopolitical negotiations.
'It’s obviously a joke, but it does make you think about how absurd some real diplomatic proposals can be,' commented one Twitter user.
Historical Context
Trump’s Greenland bid was widely mocked at the time, with Denmark dismissing it as 'absurd'. Now, this German parody has reignited discussions about the quirks—and limits—of international diplomacy.
Whether or not the proposal gains any traction, one thing is certain: Mallorca will remain a beloved getaway for Germans—owned or not.
