Danish Military Bolsters Arctic Defense as Trump Reasserts Greenland Claims
- Denmark will invest 14.6 billion Danish crowns to enhance its military presence in the Arctic, following renewed interest from U.S. President Donald Trump in Greenland.
- The defense plan includes funding for three new Arctic navy vessels and additional surveillance drones, as stated by Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen.
- Greenland's Independence and Foreign Affairs Minister welcomed the increased defense spending, calling it a critical first step toward bolstering security in and around the island.
- Denmark aims to modernize its Arctic resources to address security challenges from Russia and China, while reinforcing its sovereignty in the region.
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