Denmark has unveiled a 12-15 billion kroner ($1.5 billion USD) defense package for Greenland, including inspection ships, long-range drones, expanded Arctic Command staffing, and upgrades to accommodate F-35 jets. Announced by Danish Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen, the investment coincides with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump reiterating his interest in purchasing Greenland, which he called “an absolute necessity” for U.S. national security. Greenland’s Prime Minister Mute Egede reaffirmed the territory is “not for sale” but emphasized its openness to trade and cooperation. Poulsen acknowledged years of underinvestment in the Arctic, with the new package reflecting increased concerns over Chinese and Russian activity in the region. While analysts suggest the plan predates Trump’s comments, it highlights the growing strategic importance of the Arctic in global geopolitics.
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