Danish Prime Minister Visits Greenland to Bolster Relations Amid U.S. Pressure

Mette Frederiksen meets Greenland's incoming leadership to strengthen ties as the U.S. explores financial incentives to acquire the territory.

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has begun a multi-day visit to Greenland to reinforce ties with the autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark.
The visit comes as the U.S. continues to explore options for acquiring Greenland, including potential financial incentives, which have been rejected by Greenland, Denmark, and the EU.
Greenland's incoming Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen has emphasized sovereignty and mutual respect in international relations, calling for balanced partnerships with the U.S. and Denmark.
Some members of Greenland's incoming coalition government criticized Frederiksen's visit as premature, as the new government has not yet been formally confirmed.
Denmark currently provides Greenland with $600 million annually, while the U.S. reportedly evaluates offering greater financial support to sway Greenland's position.