Denmark says its sovereignty is not negotiable after Trump's Greenland about-turn
Summary
Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen asserts that Greenland's sovereignty is non-negotiable following U.S. President Donald Trump's remarks on military access and Arctic security agreements.
Key Points
- Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stated that sovereignty over Greenland is not negotiable and must be respected in any discussions.
- U.S. President Donald Trump agreed on a framework for military access to Greenland and the installation of a missile defense system element called the "Golden Dome."
- Trump reversed his tariff threats on European countries to press for U.S. control over Greenland, focusing on cooperation with NATO allies.
- NATO emphasizes that no sovereignty compromises were proposed in meetings and aims to prevent Russian and Chinese influence in Greenland.
- European and UK leaders welcome increased NATO cooperation on Arctic security, aligning with respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity.
