U.S. and Denmark sign security pact to ensure Greenland's defense, as Trump pledges U.S. 'permanent control' over the Arctic territory. The agreement, set to be finalized at the UN, aims to prevent Russian and Chinese military presence in the region.
Denmark and Greenland stress the deal does not compromise sovereignty, with Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen emphasizing it strengthens shared security in NATO and Europe. The pact is expected to be signed next week at the UN General Assembly.
The agreement, while not detailing military presence or power shifts, includes measures to block non-NATO bases and sensitive investments in Greenland. It follows Trump's repeated threats to take control of the territory, which Denmark and Greenland have repeatedly denied is for sale.
Greenland residents and officials express cautious optimism, with some residents noting mixed feelings about increased U.S. attention. The deal is seen as a step toward securing the region's defense amid growing strategic competition in the Arctic.