Urgent.. Denmark contacts Trump regarding the island of Greenland.. full details

The Danish government is communicating with the team of US President-elect Donald Trump, to submit a proposal to discuss expanding the US military presence in Greenland.

 

Denmark has expressed its readiness to discuss with the next administration of the US President-elect Donald Trump on issues of security and Washington’s military presence in Greenland.

 The American website Axios reported, citing sources familiar with the content of the negotiations, that the Danish government wants to avoid public conflict and called on the Trump team to clarify its statements about the importance of having Greenland to the United States.

Trump said earlier that for the sake of national security and global stability, US control over Greenland is absolutely necessary. 

 

This raised concern in Copenhagen, which was quick to confirm that Greenland was not for sale, but was open to dialogue on other issues related to the island.

Greenland, which enjoys self-rule in Denmark, is of strategic importance due to its location in the Arctic. And its rich natural resources.

The Washington Post linked Trump’s allegations to his desire to confront the influence of Russia and China in the region.

 Bloomberg magazine also reported that the Republican team is examining the possibility of attracting American companies to develop resources Greenland.

Greenlandic Prime Minister Miot Egede, known for his pro-independence views, said: “We do not want to be Danes, we do not want to be Americans, but we want to become Danes.” Greenland. Tariffs if they conflict with Greenland’s independence or possible accession to the United States. 

The threats constitute a new challenge for Copenhagen as it seeks to maintain balance in relations with Washington, which remains its main ally. For Denmark.

On Friday, a meeting was held between the prime ministers of Greenland and Denmark. 

Following the meeting, Mette Frederiksen said that Copenhagen is not interested in a trade war with the United States, stressing the importance of the American-Danish partnership.  

At the same time, Greenland’s position remains unchanged: the island is striving for independence and does not intend to submit to external forces.

It is reported that the United States The United States of America has maintained a military base on the island of Greenland since 1944, which it established during World War II for fear of Hitler occupying the island, which has now become coveted by the Americans.

• For more: Follow Khaleejion 24 Arabic, Khaleejion 24 English, Khaleejion 24 Live, and for social media follow us on Facebook and