Danish PM Urges Unity With Greenland Amid Rising US Pressure

By  News On Air   Apr 05, 2025

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has called for unity between Denmark and Greenland in response to growing pressure from the United States, emphasising that the two parts of the Kingdom must remain closely aligned to safeguard their shared interests. She made the remarks in an interview during her three-day visit to Greenland, which ended yesterday.

The visit marked an important step in Denmark’s effort to consolidate ties with Greenland. The Prime Minister said that the most effective response to US pressure is, for Greenland and Denmark, to stick together.

Greenland, once a Danish colony, became an integral part of the Kingdom of Denmark in 1953. It was granted home rule in 1979, expanding its autonomy, though Denmark retains control over foreign affairs and defence.