Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has expressed significant concerns regarding US President Donald Trump's continuing interest in annexing Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark. During her remarks at the Munich Security Conference, she described Trump’s approach as 'very serious' and highlighted that the pressure on Greenland from the U.S. is 'unacceptable.' This warning comes after Trump had previously altered his stance regarding the possibility of using military force to achieve his ambitions for the resource-rich Arctic territory.

Trump's fixation on Greenland stems from its strategic location and perceived threats from nations like Russia and China, although these claims have been firmly dismissed by Denmark, Russia, and China themselves. The initial fervor with which Trump expressed his desire to acquire Greenland included discussions of military options, prompting a firm response from Copenhagen. Recently, however, there has been a shift towards diplomatic engagements, notably with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in establishing a framework deal instead of military coercion.

Despite the tone softening around discussions of military action, Frederiksen emphasized that the threat posed by Trump's administration to Greenland's autonomy remains a concern. She articulated that the people of Greenland have historically lived without threats from outside forces, reinforcing the idea that such ambitions from the U.S. are not only inappropriate but also potentially destabilizing. The implications of these statements suggest ongoing tensions in U.S.-Danish relations and highlight the vulnerability of smaller territories in geopolitical maneuvers involving larger powers.