Shafaq News/ On Monday, Danish PrimeMinister Mette Frederiksen rejected US interest in acquiring Greenland.
Speaking ahead of an informal EU leadersmeeting in Brussels, Frederiksen called for European solidarity in addressingany potential pressure from Washington. “Greenland is part of the Kingdom ofDenmark, and it is not for sale,” she stated.
Her remarks followed comments from USSecretary of State Marco Rubio on Jan. 30, who confirmed that President DonaldTrump’s interest in purchasing Greenland was “not a joke” and that military oreconomic pressure had not been ruled out.
While dismissing the idea of a sale,Frederiksen acknowledged the increasing geopolitical importance of the Arcticregion, citing US concerns over Russian and Chinese activity. “The Arctic isbecoming increasingly important for defense, security, and deterrence,” sheremarked, signaling Denmark’s willingness to enhance cooperation with the US inthe region.
However, she urged the EU to remain unitedand respond decisively to any undue pressure. “I will never support conflictamong allies, but if the US imposes tough conditions on Europe, we must respondcollectively and decisively,” she warned.
Denmark has already taken steps tostrengthen its security presence in the Arctic. Last week, Frederiksen’sgovernment announced a 14.6 billion kroner (nearly $2 billion) agreement withGreenland and the Faroe Islands to improve surveillance and regional security.The investment includes new naval vessels, long-range drones, and upgradedsatellite capabilities.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas echoedFrederiksen’s concerns, warning against economic tensions. “Trade wars have nowinners. If the US starts one, the only beneficiary will be China,” shecautioned, emphasizing the need for a coordinated European approach.
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