“Let it be crystal clear: Greenland has no desire to be owned, governed, or become a part of the United States,” were the strong sentiments recently expressed, stirring significant discontent in Copenhagen. Denmark, a stalwart supporter of the trans-Atlantic alliance, has actively contributed troops to US-led military efforts in Iraq and Afghanistan, and views these developments with concern.

Greenland occupies a geographically strategic position, situated along the shortest missile trajectory between Russia and the United States. This makes it an integral component of America’s missile defense strategy.

In light of potential geopolitical threats, a call was made for NATO to extend its protective umbrella over Greenland. Such security assurances are deemed essential in countering any Chinese or Russian ambitions in the Arctic region.

Greenland’s location is highly strategic, lying on the shortest route for missiles between Russia and the United States. It is therefore a crucial part of the US anti-missile shield.

She also called for NATO to defend Greenland, and said that security guarantees would be “the best defence against Chinese or Russian threats in the Arctic”.