Denmark to allocate $2 billion for strengthened Arctic military presence

Denmark plans to invest approximately $2 billion to bolster its military presence in the Arctic, according to a statement from the country’s Ministry of Defence.

This move comes amid heightened attention on the Arctic, following past remarks by US President Donald Trump about “buying Greenland.”

The decision was reached in collaboration with the governments of Greenland and the Faroe Islands, which have expressed strong support for the initiative, Caliber.Az reports via foreign media.

“The aim is to protect regional sovereignty and enhance monitoring capabilities,” the Ministry’s statement noted. Plans include deploying three new Arctic naval vessels and two long-range unmanned aerial vehicles in Greenland.

Danish Defence Minister Troels Lund Poulsen emphasized the importance of the initiative during a press conference with Greenlandic Foreign Minister Vivian Motzfeldt. “We must acknowledge the serious security and defence challenges we face in the Arctic and North Atlantic. Strengthening our presence in the region is essential,” Poulsen stated.

Greenland’s Foreign Minister Motzfeldt praised the agreement, describing it as a key step toward improving the security of Greenland and the surrounding areas.

A second agreement to further address defence measures in the Arctic is expected to be finalized in the first half of 2025.

By Tamilla Hasanova