Denmark has announced spending 14.6 billion Danish kroner ($2.05 billion) to enhance its military capabilities in the Arctic, a move sparked by the renewed U.S. interest in controlling Greenland, a semi-autonomous Danish territory. The investment aims to improve surveillance and maintain sovereignty in the region while supporting Allied and NATO efforts to strengthen security.
As part of the package, Denmark will fund three new Arctic naval vessels, two long-range drones capable of large-scale surveillance, and increased participation in basic military training. This decision comes after the U.S. President, Donald Trump, emphasized the need for control over Greenland, which Denmark has repeatedly denied.
European Union officials have stated they are not negotiating over Greenland’s sovereignty but support Denmark’s position. Trump has previously called Greenland a “necessary possession” and has expressed concern over potential Russian or Chinese threats in the Arctic. However, Danish officials have criticized Trump’s renewed focus on acquiring the island, despite existing defense agreements with the U.S.
The debate intensifies as speculation grows over Greenland’s independence movement, particularly its aim to break free from colonial ties without mentioning the United States. Despite opposition from Greenland and Denmark, the issue remains a key point in global geopolitics.
Source: https://edition.cnn.com/2025/01/27/europe/denmark-greenland-trump-defense-latam-intl/index.html