Rasmussen on Greenland: The situation with Washington is improving, but 'the crisis is not over'
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen stated that relations with the United States regarding President Donald Trump's desire to acquire Greenland have improved, yet the crisis remains unresolved.
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen spoke at a press conference in Nuuk, Greenland, emphasizing that the situation regarding the United States' interest in acquiring Greenland has seen improvements, compared to previous weeks. He noted that while there is a better atmosphere, "the crisis is not over" and a resolution has not yet been reached. He reassured that there are no threats on the table, nor any trade war with Europe contextually strengthening diplomatic ties.
Vivian Motzfeldt, the Greenlandic Minister of Foreign Affairs, corroborated Rasmussen's position, indicating that the ongoing discussions with the U.S. are positive, but stressed that Greenland has not yet arrived at an ideal solution. She conveyed uncertainty about the future of these negotiations, declaring it premature to predict their outcomes.
This development could imply a cautious optimism in diplomatic relations, where both parties are making strides towards resolving the tensions that arose from Trump's earlier proposal. However, the acknowledgment of unresolved issues indicates that Greenland's and Denmark's official positions are maintaining vigilance and ensuring that the interests of the territory are safeguarded amidst significant geopolitical discussions.