{"id":24200,"date":"2025-01-10T17:01:49","date_gmt":"2025-01-10T16:01:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/danmark-24.com\/?p=24200"},"modified":"2025-01-17T13:29:44","modified_gmt":"2025-01-17T12:29:44","slug":"%d8%aa%d8%b1%d8%a7%d9%85%d8%a8-%d9%88%d8%ba%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%af-%d8%aa%d9%88%d8%aa%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%af%d8%a8%d9%84%d9%88%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%b3%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%aa%d9%8f%d8%b4","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/danmark-24.com\/en\/%d8%aa%d8%b1%d8%a7%d9%85%d8%a8-%d9%88%d8%ba%d8%b1%d9%8a%d9%86%d9%84%d8%a7%d9%86%d8%af-%d8%aa%d9%88%d8%aa%d8%b1%d8%a7%d8%aa-%d8%af%d8%a8%d9%84%d9%88%d9%85%d8%a7%d8%b3%d9%8a%d8%a9-%d8%aa%d9%8f%d8%b4\/","title":{"rendered":"Trump and Greenland: Diplomatic tensions ignite controversy in Denmark and around the world"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>President-elect Donald Trump&#039;s remarks about his interest in Greenland have sparked a political storm both domestically and internationally. Trump publicly suggested the possibility of using military or economic force to secure control of Greenland, prompting Denmark to take political action. The Danish Prime Minister stated that her office had requested a phone call with Trump and was awaiting a response. She does not expect the call to take place before Trump&#039;s re-election. The Prime Minister also held meetings with leaders of Danish parliamentary parties and with the heads of government of the Faroe Islands and Greenland, which resulted in the announcement of a plan to strengthen Greenland&#039;s defenses. Details of the meeting, the decisions made, and the reactions will be covered later in this article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-bc8eebdf7fde41f7e84f537214649fb9\"><strong>Developments in recent days<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d061a8ec32d4af5fc2154fbf2d24b1cf\"><strong>Crisis meeting in Denmark<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen summoned the leaders of the political parties to a closed-door meeting at the government headquarters on Thursday evening. The meeting addressed how to respond to the American statements, a move considered unusual and underscoring the sensitivity of the situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Frederiksen stressed the importance of a unified Danish-Greenland stance. According to reports from TV2, efforts are underway to arrange a phone call between Frederiksen and Trump in an attempt to de-escalate tensions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0319f052957f0550ebdd29d4e2188d6e\"><strong>Statements by some leaders of Danish parliamentary parties <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Party leaders expressed differing opinions on the crisis:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Morten Messerschmitt, leader of the Danish People&#039;s Party, described the idea of Greenland&#039;s independence as &quot;unrealistic,&quot; warning that independence could make it vulnerable to direct American pressure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alex Vanopslag, leader of the Liberal Alliance party, called for calm and urged against exaggerating the crisis, stressing the importance of cooperation with the United States as a strategic ally of Denmark.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inger St\u00f8jberg, leader of the Danish Democrats party, demanded that the government clarify its position on the crisis and provide a comprehensive report on the next steps.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pia Olsen-Der, leader of the SF party, called for respect for Greenland&#039;s independence, noting the importance of listening to Greenland&#039;s government and people.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Martin Lidegaard, of the Radical Party, stressed that the crisis demonstrates the importance of building a deeper dialogue with Greenland to ensure stable relations within the Royal Union.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d05c30d9b46155d8d5b19d31f68c754e\"><strong>Greenlanders defend their sovereignty<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Greenland&#039;s Prime Minister, Motti Boorop Egidi, affirmed that Greenland belongs to its people, stressing that any decision regarding the island&#039;s future must be made by the Greenlanders themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6899201624c52985bed84bde46248645\"><strong>Trump son&#039;s visit to Greenland sparks controversy; influential American recounts harsh criticism of the Danes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Amid this crisis, Donald Trump Jr., the son of the US president, made a private visit to Greenland. The visit, which focused on filming and posting videos on social media, raised questions about whether it had any undisclosed political dimensions. While the visit did not include any meetings with Danish officials or island residents, it angered many Danish politicians who viewed it as an attempt at indirect pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Activist and influencer Charlie Kirk was part of Donald Trump Jr.&#039;s delegation on his visit to Greenland. On his own channel and The Charlie Kirk Show, he spoke about his meeting with the people of Greenland, recounting some of what he said he heard from them, including harsh criticism of the Danes: &quot;We feel like prisoners in our own country&quot; and &quot;We are under the control of our Danish masters.&quot; Kirk commented, &quot;When you talk to the local people and get to know them, you discover that they cannot stand their Danish rulers. They want to be part of a country that gives them human rights.&quot;.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is not the first time Kirk has been seen with Trump\u2019s son. During Trump\u2019s 2016 election campaign, Kirk helped Trump\u2019s son with various media events and foreign trips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d5860ee0b2d9c9d786c1020d0e79569c\"><strong>Greenland holds the key to the survival of the United States, according to Trump.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For years, foreign companies have sought access to Greenland&#039;s valuable natural resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Greenland possesses vast quantities of rare minerals and vital resources used in numerous industries, from wind power to military equipment. The economic potential of these resources has made the island a focus of international attention. However, development efforts face complex political, social, and environmental challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2023, the Geological Survey of Denmark and Greenland (GEUS) published a report highlighting Greenland&#039;s &quot;exceptional&quot; reserves of vital resources, such as rare earth minerals, nickel, and cobalt. However, extracting these resources faces obstacles including challenging terrain, a harsh climate, and potential environmental impacts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d600f386e07470845ffc86b81f3bfdeb\"><strong>Mount Kavanfeld and the Uranium Issue<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most controversial projects is the Kvanveld Mountain project in southern Greenland, which contains one of the world&#039;s largest rare earth mineral deposits. However, the mountain also contains uranium, raising concerns about radioactive waste and potential health risks for local residents in nearby areas such as Narsaq.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After local residents voted against the project in 2021, the Australian-Chinese mining company Energy Transition Minerals sought compensation from the Danish and Greenlandic governments. Other projects have faced similar challenges, as mining companies in Greenland are required to fully finance infrastructure such as power plants, ports, and roads, which weakens their competitiveness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-243ffc5e9eabe1802ed31bfa2cffb17f\"><strong>Increasing US intervention<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Greenland has long been of interest to the United States, for both military and economic reasons. In 2020, the US reopened a consulate in the capital, Nuuk, and American investors have shown increasing interest in Greenland&#039;s resources. The US relies heavily on China for rare earth minerals\u2014China produces approximately 701 TP3 tons of the global supply, while the US accounts for only 21 TP3 tons\u2014making Greenland a strategically important location.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to American commentator Torsten Jansen, Trump believes Greenland&#039;s resources are vital to the survival of the United States, especially in its competition with China&#039;s growing dominance. A US purchase of Greenland would grant it full access to these resources, without the need to pay licensing fees to Greenland&#039;s self-governing government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-default has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f40ffcc6c989b4411a0e24567c508238\"><strong>Political and social challenges<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Professor Anne Meryld Hansen points out that large-scale mining projects can lead to social problems in small communities like Greenland. Foreign workers are often employed, exacerbating local inequalities. At the same time, extraction operations pose catastrophic environmental risks, potentially impacting ecosystems and fisheries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, a successful resource industry could lead to increased government revenue in Greenland, improved infrastructure, and enhanced welfare, creating a complex dilemma for the country&#039;s future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Greenland&#039;s resources have become an arena of international conflict, where the interests of the United States, China, and other countries intersect. Meanwhile, the people of Greenland face difficult decisions that could shape their country&#039;s future for decades to come.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-vivid-red-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-96c7074d4a638b652fd00ff7fd3a5a4c\" style=\"font-size:23px\"><strong>Latest developments from Denmark regarding Greenland, Friday, January 10, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Greenland remains a central topic in international discussions, particularly with increased focus from the United States, Denmark, and NATO. Recently, there has been a series of negotiations regarding strengthening the military presence in the Arctic, along with new statements from incoming US President Donald Trump and his administration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-93d43728cf62b92a875a17917eb7c143\"><strong>Commonwealth meeting of the Kingdom of Denmark<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The national meeting between the heads of government of Denmark, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands took place this morning, Friday. The key figures present were Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, Lagman from the Faroe Islands, Axel V. Johansson, and Motte P. Egede from Greenland. This meeting, which has been planned for some time, is held biannually between Denmark, the Faroe Islands, and Greenland. The meeting began at 8:00 AM, and negotiations regarding the government&#039;s planned military buildup in the Arctic region formed the core of the discussions. At the time of writing, the three heads of government are holding a press conference to address the current situation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3aee9bdb702eb5e548bdb2860e24e992\"><strong>Danish government plans to defend the Arctic<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Danish government has presented a list of priorities for strengthening military defense in the Arctic, which includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Improving monitoring and intelligence capabilities using satellites and ground-based sensors.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Purchase of two long-range drones with advanced imaging capabilities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two new polar reconnaissance vessels will be added to replace the older THETIS-class ships.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthening the Polar Command in Nuuk and increasing its ability to handle F35 aircraft at Kangerlussuaq Airport.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Developing communication and monitoring systems by adding coastal radars and improving satellite communications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cooperation with Greenland and the Faroe Islands in the areas of intelligence, scientific research, and providing support to enhance the capabilities of local authorities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increasing the number of trainees at the Polar Academy and strengthening civilian preparedness, including nuclear preparedness.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b9bc260c25bdde7056fdea2b6810fb7a\"><strong>Military and strategic needs<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to military expert Kristian Sweeby Christensen, Denmark needs modern technologies such as aircraft, drones, and ships to monitor the skies, sea, and even underwater activities such as submarines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to experts, implementing these plans could take years, especially given Denmark&#039;s existing defense modernization efforts, which still suffer from equipment shortages. The TV2 defense correspondent notes that these negotiations are particularly important now, as Donald Trump threatens to annex Greenland, but they also come after years of demands from the United States and NATO for Denmark to play a larger military role in the Arctic. If the government&#039;s plan succeeds, Denmark will become a much more powerful player in this sensitive issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b012606c53ac52943d93928659dfca06\"><strong>Reactions of some parliamentary parties in Denmark<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Danish People&#039;s Party (DF) described the government&#039;s plan as weak, and demanded an increase in the number of ships to six frigates and five patrol boats, while allowing the United States to lease additional space in Greenland to build military bases.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Liberal Alliance (LA) generally supported the plan but criticized the lack of implementation in the past, stressing the importance of monitoring Greenland and the Arctic region.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Socialist People&#039;s Party (SF) supported the plan, but stressed the need to prioritize Greenland&#039;s needs rather than focusing on pleasing the United States.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-dfa7d9b163a2bf77d4aeca4eb0c14b44\"><strong>The American role and Trump&#039;s positions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Donald Trump has renewed interest in Greenland, threatening to impose high tariffs on Danish goods, which could affect Americans who rely on medicines from the Danish company Novo Nordisk.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>His son, Donald Trump Jr., visited Nuuk in Greenland, where he was received positively by some. However, after some time, citizens in Greenland began to reassess the importance of historical ties with Denmark.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9e5f79ea55e52293115d6cd6718bc966\"><strong>Diplomatic meetings and dialogues between Commonwealth countries<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen met with Greenland&#039;s Prime Minister Motti P. Ejide and Faroe Islands&#039; Prime Minister Axel V. Johansen to discuss strengthening cooperation within the Commonwealth and future strategies for the Arctic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was asked whether Danes are racist towards Greenlanders, and she replied: \u201cWe cannot describe Danes in general as racist. However, this does not mean that racism does not exist. It is unacceptable that Greenlanders are subjected to racism in Denmark.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Growing geopolitical interest in Greenland demonstrates its strategic importance. With significant economic, political, and military interests at stake, Greenland finds itself in a complex position, having to balance its relations within the Commonwealth with the needs of its local population.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-red-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c4d6330b59d8a8681fe478dd1e877710\"><strong>Faroe Islands Foreign Minister: Denmark is using the Faroe Islands and Greenland as &quot;chess pieces&quot;\u201c<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Danish TV2 quoted Faroe Islands Foreign Minister H\u00f8gne H\u00f8ydal as saying that his country prefers to bear a greater share of responsibility for security policy and that the Faroe Islands will communicate directly with NATO: \u201cWithout any rudeness, Denmark has used the Faroe Islands and Greenland as pawns in its relationship with NATO and the United States. But if we want to be used as pawns, we have to decide for ourselves how we will be moved on the board.\u201d At the same time, the minister clarified that the Faroe Islands does not want rearmament in the Arctic: \u201cWe do not want the world\u2019s fiercest conflicts to be transferred to the Arctic,\u201d according to his statements to Danish TV2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sources: Local and international reports, media outlets, and agencies<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u0623\u062b\u0627\u0631\u062a \u062a\u0635\u0631\u064a\u062d\u0627\u062a \u0627\u0644\u0631\u0626\u064a\u0633 \u0627\u0644\u0623\u0645\u0631\u064a\u0643\u064a \u0627\u0644\u0642\u0627\u062f\u0645\u060c \u062f\u0648\u0646\u0627\u0644\u062f \u062a\u0631\u0627\u0645\u0628\u060c \u062d\u0648\u0644 \u0627\u0647\u062a\u0645\u0627\u0645\u0647 \u0628\u063a\u0631\u064a\u0646\u0644\u0627\u0646\u062f \u0639\u0627\u0635\u0641\u0629 \u0645\u0646 \u0627\u0644\u062c\u062f\u0644 \u0627\u0644\u0633\u064a\u0627\u0633\u064a 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