Denmark, U.S. in 'fundamental disagreement' over Greenland's future
ROME, Jan 15 — Denmark and the United States have a "fundamental disagreement" over the future of Greenland, Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen said Wednesday after talks with U.S. Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
The disagreement emerged during discussions in Rome, where Rasmussen met with the two senior U.S. officials.
"We have a fundamental disagreement on Greenland," Rasmussen said.
The talks focused on strategic issues involving the Arctic territory, which remains under Danish sovereignty.
Greenland has gained geopolitical importance due to its location and natural resources.
The disagreement highlights ongoing tensions in transatlantic relations regarding Arctic strategy.
Europe has been pursuing greater strategic autonomy in recent years, particularly in defense and foreign policy.
The Greenland issue represents another challenge to that effort, as European nations balance relations with Washington.
No specific details about the nature of the disagreement were immediately disclosed.
Further diplomatic discussions are expected to address the differing positions.