The U.S., Denmark, And Greenland Have Signed An Agreement On The Security Of An Arctic Island

• 22.09.2026, 19:59

This was preceded by several months of debate.

On Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and the head of the Greenlandic government Jens-Frederik Nielsen signed an agreement on the security of the Arctic island after several months of disputes over its future.

This was reported by “European Truth” reports, citing a broadcast of the signing ceremony.

The parties concluded an agreement on “the development of a significant U.S. military presence in Greenland,” which simultaneously prohibits Washington’s adversaries from building their own bases on the island.

According to the head of the Greenlandic government, the new document extends the 1951 agreement between the parties.

“This agreement should put an end to all speculation about whose side Greenland is on. We will continue to be friends with the U.S. and part of the Western alliance,” Nielsen noted.

The Danish prime minister emphasized that the U.S. and Denmark have been allies for many years. She expressed her gratitude to Washington for defending the free world and Greenland in particular.

“I am proud to declare that the United States is a friend of the Kingdom of Denmark. This is a milestone in our long-standing relationship. This is a broader and better agreement (compared to the 1951 agreement—Ed.). An agreement that can remain in effect indefinitely,” Frederiksen added.

The new agreement stipulates that the U.S. is authorized to establish a military base near Narsarsuaq in South Greenland and a base in Mestersvig in the east of the island.

“I would like to thank both heads of government. We will have a fantastic and reliable relationship. This is great for Europe and the U.S. And for everyone. And it will be great for Greenland as well,” Trump said.