NATO backs US, Denmark deal over Greenland security
The agreement potentially forestalls President Donald Trump’s demands to take over the Arctic territory.
NATO has backed the US and Denmark's agreement to expand Washington's military presence in Greenland, potentially circumventing President Trump's calls for the territory's takeover. The deal grants the US veto power over Russian and Chinese investments in Greenland, ensures permanent US military presence, and enables additional US bases.
While the agreement falls short of granting full American ownership, as previously demanded by Trump, it is expected to help mend ties within NATO. However, the relationship between the US and European allies remains strained, with a shift towards a more transactional approach, as highlighted by The Economist.
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