Denmark, Greenland, US to Discuss Territory's Future
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Denmark, Greenland, US to Discuss Territory's Future

Denmark and Greenland will form a working group with the U.S. to address disagreements over Greenland's future, particularly regarding U.S. security concerns. This follows President Trump's continued calls for a U.S. takeover of the territory, while Denmark plans to increase its military presence in the Arctic and North Atlantic, citing concerns about Chinese and Russian interest in Greenland's resources. The working group aims to navigate these differences while respecting Denmark's sovereignty.

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