The United States has entered into an agreement with Denmark and Greenland to have a lasting military presence in the semi-autonomous territory, President Donald Trump announced on Friday.
Trump said the deal will give the U.S. “permanent control over security, and all other needs, in Greenland, completely addressing ALL of our many U.S. concerns.” He added that this will come at “NO COST” to the U.S.
“At my direction, we worked with representatives of Denmark and Greenland to guarantee that the United States will FOREVER have the complete ability to do what is necessary in Greenland in order to secure and defend the security of Greenland, and the United States of America,” the president wrote on Truth Social. “Additionally, from now on, no U.S. adversary can EVER have a base in Greenland, have a military presence in Greenland, or make sensitive investments in Greenland, without our express written approval.”
Trump took credit for the deal, saying that no past president had ever been able to recognize Greenland’s “strategic importance” to the U.S. The agreement is expected to last in perpetuity.
“This is an ‘Infinite Life’ Agreement, there is no end!” he said. “We are very honored and proud of what has just taken place, and everything agreed to today will be cherished by the American People. We will immediately begin the process of developing a large Military presence in the appropriate part of Greenland, of which there are many. We will work with the people of Greenland in its development and construction.”
“This solution is a great one for the United States of America, Denmark, Greenland, and all of our Allies,” Trump continued. “We look forward to working with the wonderful people of Denmark and Greenland toward a magnificent future with respect to this large, and highly strategic, parcel of land. We will be very protective of it! This is a dream come true for the United States of America, one that is very important, historic, and special.”
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The deal is only related to Greenland’s security and does not give the U.S. total control over the Arctic island.
Since taking office last year, Trump has repeatedly threatened to take over or acquire Greenland forcibly, with Denmark opposing the overture. Other European nations were also troubled by the president’s threat.