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Denmark's Foreign Minister Lars Loekke Rasmussen answers questions from the press in the Parliament, Christiansborg Castle, in Copenhagen, Denmark.
DIPLOMACY

Denmark is open to discussing the U.S. security interests in the Arctic

Denmark acknowledges the security interests of the United States in the Arctic and is prepared to engage in discussions with the incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump, stated Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen on Monday. “We recognize that the United States has specific concerns regarding the security landscape in the Arctic, which we also share. Consequently, in close collaboration with Greenland, we are ready … Continue reading Denmark is open to discussing the U.S. security interests in the Arctic

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Servicemen of the Armed Forces of Denmark.
DEFENCE

Ukrainian aid has significantly weakened Denmark’s defence capabilities – Politico

The provision of military assistance to Kiev has significantly strained Denmark‘s already limited defence resources, according to a report by Politico on Friday. The publication highlighted a hypothetical situation involving a military confrontation between Denmark and the United States over Greenland. It noted that contributions to Ukraine have further complicated Copenhagen’s ability to ensure its own defense, despite the country surpassing NATO’s 2% defense spending … Continue reading Ukrainian aid has significantly weakened Denmark’s defence capabilities – Politico

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TOP STORIES

Denmark plans to introduce new vessels and dog sled patrols in Greenland amid Trump’s push for greater control over the region

Denmark’s government has put forward a plan to acquire two new Arctic inspection vessels and enhance dog sled patrols to strengthen its military presence in Greenland, particularly in light of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump‘s interest in the territory, according to local media reports. Additionally, there is a proposal to upgrade the Kangerlussuaq airport, a former U.S. military base located in western Greenland, to support the … Continue reading Denmark plans to introduce new vessels and dog sled patrols in Greenland amid Trump’s push for greater control over the region

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Denmark's Foreign Minister Lars Loekke Rasmussen answers questions from the press in the Parliament, Christiansborg Castle, in Copenhagen, Denmark.
DISPUTES

Greenland could gain independence, but Denmark states it won’t become a U.S. state

Greenland has the potential to achieve independence if its inhabitants desire it, but it will not transition into a U.S. state, stated Denmark‘s foreign minister on Wednesday. This comment followed U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s suggestion that he would not dismiss the possibility of using force to assert control over the Arctic territory. On the same day, Greenland’s leader engaged in discussions with the Danish king … Continue reading Greenland could gain independence, but Denmark states it won’t become a U.S. state

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