- Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen firmly rejected the U.S. attempt to take over Greenland, stressing that no country can annex another under the guise of security.
- She called for international cooperation in the Arctic and offered partnership if the U.S. wishes to increase its presence in Greenland.
- Greenland’s new leader, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, expressed concern over the lack of dialogue and emphasized the need for inclusive discussions.
The Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen, has criticized the United States’ attempt to take over Greenland, calling for global cooperation instead.
Frederiksen spoke to the media aboard a navy ship with Greenland’s new Prime Minister, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, and the outgoing leader, Múte B Egede.
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She reminded the U.S. government, led by Donald Trump, that nations have worked together for generations to build a peaceful world.
“You cannot take over another country—even if you claim it’s for international security,” she said.
Frederiksen added that if the U.S. wants more security in the Arctic, Denmark and its allies are ready to help. “If you want a bigger presence in Greenland, both Greenland and Denmark are open to cooperation,” she said.
She accused the U.S. of using threats and pressure on both Denmark and Greenland. “What should we think now about the country we’ve admired for so long?” she asked.
Greenland’s new Prime Minister, Nielsen, said open talks are needed but admitted there’s confusion because no real discussions are happening.
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The leaders spent six hours on a Danish naval patrol ship, HDMS Vædderen, and also viewed the area from a helicopter.
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