US, Denmark Unveil Greenland Security Deal, Granting Permanent US Control Claims
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Updated · bbc.co.uk · Sep 18
US, Denmark Unveil Greenland Security Deal, Granting Permanent US Control Claims
3 articles · Updated · bbc.co.uk · Sep 18
Summary
Next week’s signing at the UN General Assembly will formalize a new US-Denmark security deal on Greenland after months of Trump threats to "take" the island over national security concerns.
Trump said the agreement gives the United States permanent control over Greenland’s security at no cost, including power to block any US adversary’s military presence or sensitive investment without written approval.
Mette Frederiksen described the pact more narrowly, saying it strengthens Arctic and North Atlantic security while recognizing the kingdom’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and Greenlanders’ right to self-determination.
Marco Rubio called it a historic win that permanently addresses US security concerns in Greenland, whose strategic Arctic position and mineral wealth have driven Washington’s push.