US and Denmark have reached a deal on Greenland's security, with Trump vowing permanent US control over the territory's defense, according to official statements. The agreement aims to bolster Arctic and North Atlantic security, with no expiration date and restrictions on adversaries' military presence.
Trump announced the deal on Truth Social, stating the US will have 'forever' control over Greenland's security, including permanent access, basing, and overflight rights. The agreement bars non-NATO countries from building bases in Greenland and restricts sensitive investments without US approval. Denmark's Prime Minister confirmed the deal will be signed at the UN General Assembly next week.
The deal, expected to be signed next week, is seen as a significant step in strengthening NATO and European security. It allows the US to develop a larger military presence in Greenland without the territory becoming independent, while ensuring the sovereignty of Denmark and Greenland. The agreement remains unclear on specifics, with no official text released.
The agreement includes provisions that would allow the US to build additional military structures without approval from Greenland or Denmark, and it prohibits adversaries from making investments in sensitive sectors without US consent. The deal is expected to be approved by Danish lawmakers and will remain in effect even if Greenland becomes independent in the future.