Monday - Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen expressed Denmark's readiness to engage in discussions with the United States regarding security concerns in the Arctic. This statement comes as the US shows renewed interest in Greenland, an autonomous Danish territory.
Rasmussen acknowledged the legitimacy of American security interests in the region and emphasized the importance of cooperation with Greenland in any ongoing talks with the incoming administration of President-elect Donald Trump.
At a news conference in Jerusalem, Rasmussen addressed the issue, stating, "We agree that the Americans have certain concerns about the security situation in the Arctic, which we share and therefore in close cooperation with Greenland, we are ready to continue talks with the incoming U.S. president, in order to ensure legitimate American interests."
The renewed interest from the United States in Greenland has been evident in recent statements from President-elect Trump. Having first expressed a desire to acquire Greenland in 2019, Trump has escalated his interest, not ruling out the use of economic or military force to assert control over the region.
The response from Danish and European officials to the prospect of American control over Greenland has been largely negative. They have firmly stated that Greenland is not for sale and that its territorial integrity is crucial.
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