Danish company Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen reiterated Denmark's strong position on Greenland's autonomy after newly elected US President Donald Trump has again launched calls for the US takeover of the Arctic territory, Anadolu Agency reports.
"My position, as well as the position of the government, is very clear: the future of Greenland will be determined in Greenland." Greenland belongs to Greenlanders," Frederiksen told TV2.
Trump, who will be inaugurated on January 20, relaunched the controversial proposal on Monday through his Truth Social platform.
"Greenland is an amazing place, and people will benefit enormously if, and when, it becomes part of our nation." We will protect and cherish it from the very harsh outside world. Let's make Greenland great again," Trump wrote.
Trump's son, Don Jr., reportedly made a private visit to Greenland on Monday. Meanwhile, a meeting between Greenlandic government leader Mute Egede and King Frederik was canceled due to scheduling issues.
Speaking to Danish broadcaster DR, Frederiksen said: "If at some point Greenland makes a decision of a certain nature, then we will consider it as the Danish government."
She called for calm, saying: "I don't doubt for a moment that we are stronger together," alluding to Greenland's status within the Kingdom of Denmark.
Denmark, which has faced criticism over historical injustices on Greenland, including forced contraception campaigns in the mid-20th century, recently announced plans to increase defense spending on the island.
Danish Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen said the timing of the investment was coincidental, but the announcement followed Trump's renewed interest in the region.
