Denmark's prime minister insists sovereignty is non-negotiable as Trump announces Greenland deal 'framework'

Fox News - WorldCenter-RightEN 3 min read 100% complete by Alex NitzbergJanuary 22, 2026 at 02:19 PM

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Following Donald Trump's announcement of a "framework" deal with NATO regarding Greenland and the Arctic, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen asserted that Denmark's sovereignty is non-negotiable. Frederiksen stated that while Denmark is open to discussing security, investments, and economic matters with allies, any engagement must respect Denmark's territorial integrity. She emphasized that decisions concerning Denmark and Greenland are solely within their purview. Trump's announcement on Truth Social followed a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, where they discussed a potential deal benefiting the U.S. and NATO. Frederiksen noted that she has been in close dialogue with NATO and Rutte, and that NATO is fully aware of Denmark's position. The discussions also involve the "Golden Dome" project in Greenland.

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Davos ×235% World Economic Forum 40% Arctic ×470% Kingdom of Denmark ×370% Mark Rutte ×275% United States ×280% North Atlantic Treaty Organization ×785% Mette Frederiksen ×390% Greenland ×690% Donald Trump ×690% Denmark ×795%

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greenland deal 90% sovereignty 80% arctic security 70% nato 70% denmark 60% territorial integrity 60% mette frederiksen 50% donald trump 50% us foreign policy 40%