Threat from Trump: Greenland and Denmark want to cooperate more closely:
Greenland often has a difficult relationship with Denmark. But Trump's takeover ...
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Greenland and Denmark Seek Closer Cooperation Amid Trump’s DemandsDuring a three-day visit to Denmark, Premier Jens-Frederik Nielsen emphasized Greenland’s right to determine its own future.
Key FactsApr 27, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: spiegel.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: spiegel.de
- Jens-Frederik Nielsen traveled to Denmark for a three-day visit and reaffirmed the desire for closer cooperation on Sunday.
- Donald Trump repeatedly reaffirms his desire to control Greenland; the White House is apparently having a takeover’s cost calculated.
- Nielsen said Greenland would determine its future, remain open to a strong US partnership, but never become anyone’s property.
- Frederiksen announced more investment and financial support; Denmark has also announced a billion-scale defense program for the Arctic.
We need Greenland for international security. We need it. We must have it.— Donald Trump; regarding his plan to take over Greenland, as reported by Spiegel citing the Washington Post.
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