US President Donald Trump has reiterated his belief that the Arctic territory should become part of the United States, a stance that has sparked tension with both Denmark and European allies.
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바카라Greenland is not for sale,바카라 Danish PM Fredriksen reaffirmed.
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Senior European officials who were briefed on the conversation noted that while Frederiksen stood firm in her rejection, offering to discuss expanded cooperation in areas like military bases and resource exploration, Trump remained insistent on the need for the US to acquire Greenland. The tense exchange has raised concerns over the future of transatlantic relations, as Europe grapples with the implications of Trump's ongoing demands.
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Greenland바카라s Prime Minister MĂște Egede quickly dismissed Trump바카라s suggestions and emphasized the island바카라s pursuit of full independence from Denmark. Similarly, Danish lawmakers, including Conservative MP Rasmus Jarlov, have made it clear that no matter the pressure, Greenland will remain under Danish sovereignty.
Despite this, Greenland바카라s status as an autonomous region under Danish control has made it a focal point for global powers, particularly as Russia and China increase their presence in the Arctic. With melting ice caps opening up new shipping routes and exposing valuable mineral deposits, the region has become a hotspot for geopolitical competition.
Trump has framed his push to acquire Greenland as part of a broader effort to protect US interests in the region. A spokesperson for the National Security Council pointed to the growing investments by Russia and China in the Arctic, calling Greenland바카라s security a matter of national defence for the US. 바카라President Trump has been clear that the safety and security of Greenland is important to the United States, particularly as China and Russia invest heavily in the Arctic,바카라 the spokesperson said.
Despite the intense pressure from Trump, Denmark has held steady, asserting that Greenland바카라s future should be determined by its people. Frederiksen has also indicated a willingness to explore other avenues of cooperation, particularly in areas like defence and resource development.
However, the US president바카라s threats of tariffs on Danish products have prompted discussions within Denmark about the potential economic impact, with the Danish government preparing to engage major companies, including Novo Nordisk and Carlsberg, about possible fallout.
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