Danish PM issues statement on Greenland talks

Frederiksen notes that it was "good and natural" that Arctic security issues were discussed between the US president and the NATO secretary general. She also adds that she spoke with Rutte before and after his meeting with Trump.

NATO fully understands Denmark's position that anything political can be discussed, including security, investment, and economic issues, "but we cannot negotiate on our sovereignty," Frederiksen adds.

She also draws attention to a key issue: NATO cannot make decisions regarding the sovereignty of Denmark and Greenland.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte also emphasized that yesterday he had a very good discussion with Donald Trump on how to protect the Arctic region from Russia and China.

He adds that the question is how Arctic countries such as Canada, Iceland, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, and Norway can collectively cooperate with the US to ensure the security of the Arctic in order to keep out the Russians and Chinese.

Rutte adds it is important to ensure that the Chinese and Russians do not gain access to Greenland's economy.

Background

Earlier, Donald Trump announced the introduction of tariffs on a number of European countries, which will remain in effect until Washington has the opportunity to purchase Greenland. The tariff increase is planned in two stages.

According to his statement, from February 1, 2026, all goods imported into the US from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland will be subject to a 10% tariff.

Starting June 1, 2026, the rate will increase to 25%. These restrictions will remain in effect until an agreement is reached on the full and unconditional acquisition of Greenland.

At the same time, EU officials were skeptical about US President Donald Trump's statement that he would not impose tariffs on goods from countries that supported Denmark in the face of threats from the White House.