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Wed, January 15, 2025

Denmark and Trump discuss Greenland security and sovereignty


Published on 2025-01-15 16:40:49 - MSN
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  • The Danish Prime Minister, Mette Frederiksen, had a phone conversation with President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday to discuss strengthening the security of Greenland and the Arctic, as reported by the office of the Danish government leader.

The article discusses a recent meeting between Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and U.S. President Joe Biden, where they addressed issues concerning Greenland's security and sovereignty. The talks highlighted the strategic importance of Greenland due to its location in the Arctic, which is becoming increasingly significant with the melting ice caps opening new shipping routes and potential resource exploration. Denmark, which administers Greenland, emphasized its commitment to Greenland's self-governance while also discussing the need for enhanced security cooperation with the U.S. to protect these interests. The discussions also touched on broader geopolitical concerns, including the presence of other nations like China and Russia in the Arctic region, and how to manage these dynamics while respecting Greenland's autonomy.

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