EU has 'strategic responsibility' in Greenland: France
Summary
The EU asserts a strategic responsibility in Greenland amid U.S. interest in the Arctic territory, with France supporting Denmark and planning increased military presence.
Key Points
- The EU has a strategic responsibility in Greenland according to French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot.
- France supports Denmark's sovereignty over Greenland amid U.S. efforts to control the island.
- French President Emmanuel Macron announced deployment of additional French military forces for exercises in Greenland.
- Greenland is a European territory under NATO protection and European countries are capable of defending it.
