Denmark's New Government Reaffirms Greenland's Right to Self-Determination
Denmark's newly formed four-party government has pledged to uphold Greenland's right to self-determination, emphasizing sovereignty and territorial integrity. This commitment was outlined in a political program presented by Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen. The program addresses recent pressures on Greenland and highlights the importance of a strong, equal partnership between Denmark and Greenland. The government plans to continue military buildup in the Arctic in collaboration with allies. This policy stance comes after previous tensions, including U.S. interest in Greenland, which President Trump had not ruled out acquiring through military means. However, the U.S. has since taken the use of force off the table.