Diplomatic tensions rise as US eyes intelligence in Greenland
The Danish Prime Minister, Mette Frederiksen, has commented on reports concerning the American intelligence services' intentions in Greenland, highlighting that spying on an ally is unacceptable.
Key information
- Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen is firmly against spying on allies.
- American intelligence services are poised to increase their activities in Greenland.
- The US intends to relocate the consulate in Nuuk to a modern facility.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen voiced her apprehension over reports suggesting that American intelligence services plan to expand their activities in Greenland. She emphasised that it is unacceptable to spy on an ally.
"Of course, one cannot spy on an ally," said Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen.
As reported by the Wall Street Journal, American intelligence agencies have been tasked with gathering more information about the independence movement in Greenland. Their objective is to comprehend this movement's perspective on the US's planned exploitation of mineral resources.
In reaction to these reports, the Danish Minister for Foreign Affairs engaged in a dialogue with a representative of the United States. The US Ambassador in Copenhagen was summoned to the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs to clarify the situation.
New location for the US consulate in Nuuk
The American consular office in Nuuk, Greenland's capital, will soon relocate to a modern building. Security experts suggest that this move could be linked to the requirement for conducting intelligence activities.
US President Donald Trump has repeatedly expressed a wish to gain control over Greenland, citing security reasons. He has not ruled out the use of force, which raises further concerns in the region.
