Danish PM Frederiksen said Trump’s interest in taking control of Greenland has not gone away and warned that the US remains serious about the Arctic territory, even as Copenhagen insists it cannot be bought and must respect the will of its people.
Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has said the US interest in taking control of Greenland is “unfortunately not” over, warning that US President Donald Trump remains serious about the Arctic territory.
Greenland ‘not for sale’: Denmark
Speaking at the Munich Security Conference 2026, Frederiksen said Trump’s desire to control Greenland appears unchanged. She reiterated that the territory cannot be bought and stressed that the issue concerns “one of the most basic democratic principles” — respect for sovereignty and self-determination. She added that Greenland’s people have clearly stated they do not want to become part of the United States.
US push framed as security priority
Earlier this year, Trump proposed acquiring Greenland, describing it as strategically important for US national security. Danish leaders rejected the proposal, maintaining that the territory is not for sale.
Frederiksen’s remarks follow renewed attention after Trump shared posts suggesting Greenland could become a US territory, citing Arctic security concerns. He has also argued that Denmark cannot adequately defend the region against major powers such as Russia and China.
UK stresses Arctic stability
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, also speaking at the conference, said Arctic security is important for all nations and described recent diplomatic developments as “quite instructive,” emphasising a pragmatic approach grounded in respect for sovereignty.
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