Greenland, Denmark Say Proposed US Security Deal Will Not Compromise Sovereignty
Copenhagen, September 19, 2026: Denmark and Greenland have insisted that a proposed agreement with the United States will not compromise Greenland’s sovereignty, even as US President Donald Trump said Washington would gain “permanent control” over security on the Arctic island. The United States, Denmark and Greenland said late on Friday that they had reached an agreement that would allow the US…
Copenhagen, September 19, 2026: Denmark and Greenland have reaffirmed that a proposed US security deal will not undermine Greenland's sovereignty, despite US President Donald Trump's assertion that the US would gain "permanent control" over security in the Arctic island. The US, Denmark, and Greenland announced late Friday that they had reached an agreement, which is expected to be signed at the United Nations General Assembly next week, according to Reuters.
The deal aims to allow the US to develop a significant military presence in Greenland while preventing adversaries from establishing bases there. Key details of the agreement remain undisclosed, including the extent of the US military presence and whether Washington will have formal authority over Greenland's foreign policy and resources.
Denmark and Greenland emphasize the agreement will respect existing sovereignty, while Trump describes it as granting the US "complete ability to do what is necessary in Greenland" for its security and defense. Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen welcomed the progress towards an agreement, stating that Greenland's sovereignty would be protected and acknowledged the recognition of the kingdom's sovereignty and the right to self-determination for the Greenlandic people.
NATO welcomed the deal, stating it would help advance security, stability, and cooperation in the region.
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