Denmark Engages Trump on Greenland Security Concerns

Denmark has reached out to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's team to discuss security enhancements in Greenland, emphasizing that U.S. concerns can be addressed without asserting claims over the island. This communication follows Trump's comments suggesting military control over Greenland is essential for U.S. national security against Russia and China. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Greenland's Prime Minister Múte Egede both expressed their willingness to meet with Trump, however, they underscored Greenland's desire for independence and autonomy. Greenland is not for sale, and the Danish government aims to avoid a public confrontation with the incoming U.S. administration. The backdrop of these discussions includes climate change, which is increasing competition for Greenland's natural resources. Trump's son, Donald Trump Jr., recently visited Greenland, but local leaders criticized the trip as staged and lacking genuine engagement.