06.01.2026 09:33
Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen, who was signaled for annexation by U.S. President Donald Trump with the statement "We need it for our national security," took a step back hours after the confrontation. Nielsen stated, "We aim to maintain the long-standing trust and cooperation with the U.S."
US President Donald Trump claimed that the presence of Russia and China is increasing in the strategically located island country of Greenland, stating, "We need Greenland for our national security." Trump also argued that the US control over Greenland would serve the broader interests of the West, asserting that "they need this" in terms of the security of the European Union (EU).
HE HAD TAKEN A STAND IN HIS FIRST STATEMENT Following Trump's remarks, Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen stated, "Our country is not for sale and our future cannot be determined by social media posts," and conveyed that "there is no need for panic and concern."
Jens-Frederik Nielsen HE TOOK A STEP BACK Hours after this statement, Nielsen held a press conference in Nuuk, saying they were facing a special situation, and stated, "In light of recent developments, it is understandable for the public to be concerned, but there is no need for that. Greenland is seeking to maintain dialogue with the US through 'proper channels.' We aim to continue the trust and cooperation that has been ongoing with the US for many years," he expressed.
Nielsen emphasized that they need to act in unity both as a society and with allies, and stated that they also wish to expand cooperation with NATO.