Danish Prime Minister Counters Criticism Labelled as Unfriendly Ally by United States Vice President
After US Vice President J.D. Vance's criticism, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stood firm on the nation's long-standing alliance with the US.
Brussels Stand
Speaking in Brussels, Frederiksen asserted, "We've stood shoulder to shoulder with the Americans for numerous decades. Denmark is one of the United States' most significant and reliable allies – and that's why I don't want Denmark to be portrayed as a poor ally."
Recent Developments
In the global political landscape, Denmark and the US have been strengthening their military ties with the recently signed Defense Cooperation Agreement (DCA) in December 2023. Under this agreement, the US gains access to three Danish military bases (Aalborg, Karup, and Skrydstrup) for ten years, promoting enhanced defense and deterrence against geopolitical tensions, particularly with Russia. However, statements like Donald Trump's threats to annex Greenland and V.P. Vance's critiques have raised eyebrows [1][2].
Despite these controversies, the Danish government remains steadfast in its support for the agreement, striving to maintain a strong alliance with the US [1][2]. The U.S. House Democratic Leader, Hakeem Jeffries, recently acknowledged Denmark as a "tremendous ally," marking a shift towards strategic cooperation [3].
Greenland-Denmark Union
In light of US interests in Greenland, both Denmark and Greenland have emphasized their unity, reiterating their commitment to safeguarding Greenland's sovereignty and resisting any attempts to buy or annex it [4][5]. This stance underscores the deep-rooted bond between the two nations, solidifying their shared commitment to preserving their alliance.
So, despite the occasional debate, Denmark stands firm, confident as an essential partner in its long-term alliance with the United States.
[1] Denmarks DCA with US: Unpacking the Defense Cooperation Agreement. [2] The US and Denmark: A Unified Front against Russian Aggression. [3] US Leader Hakeem Jeffries Reaffirms Denmark as a Key Ally. [4] Greenland Prime Minister Rejects Notion of US Annexation. [5] Danish PM Reiterates Commitment to Greenland's Sovereignty.
- Despite V.P. Vance's criticism and past controversies like Donald Trump's threats to annex Greenland, the Danish government continues to defend its alliance with the US, citing the nation as one of its most significant and reliable allies.
- In the realm of politics and general news, Denmark and the US have been strengthening their ties, indicated by the recently signed Defense Cooperation Agreement, which grants the US access to three Danish military bases for ten years.
- Ally US Vice President J.D. Vance's criticism comes amidst the backdrop of increasing defense cooperation between Denmark and the US, notably with the Defense Cooperation Agreement (DCA) in December 2023.
- Mette Frederiksen, the Prime Minister of Denmark, criticised any suggestion of Denmark being portrayed as a poor ally, emphasising the nation's long-standing alliance with the US, particularly in times of war-and-conflicts and geopolitical tensions.
- As Greenland's sovereignty comes under scrutiny due to US interests, both Denmark and Greenland have united to resist any attempts to buy or annex Greenland, highlighting their shared commitment to preserving their alliance and the deep-rooted bond between the two nations.
