Copenhagen, 15 January 2025
(e-translated)
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen had a telephone conversation with incoming US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
In the conversation, the Prime Minister emphasized the importance of strengthening security in the Arctic, and that the Kingdom of Denmark is ready to shoulder even greater responsibility for this.
In the conversation, the Prime Minister referred to the statements of the Chairman of Naalakkersuisut Múte B. Egede that Greenland is not for sale, and the Prime Minister has argued that it is up to Greenland itself to make a decision on independence.
The Prime Minister has emphasized that Danish companies contribute to growth and jobs in the United States, and that the EU and the United States have a common interest in strengthened trade.
The conversation also discussed, among other things, the war in Ukraine, the situation in the Middle East and the relationship with China.
The conversation lasted 45 minutes. The Prime Minister and the incoming President have agreed to continue the dialogue.
Source – Government of Denmark