Prime Minister of Denmark Matte Frederiksen had a long conversation with the President-elect of the United States of America Donald Trump, the main topic of which was the politician's recent statements about Greenland. The head of the Danish government said that the island itself must decide on its future.

The conversation took place on Wednesday, January 15, and lasted 45 minutes, Frederiksen’s office said on its website. She, as noted, repeated the words of the Prime Minister of Greenland, Mute Egede, that the island is not for sale, and must itself decide on independence.

Also, the head of the Danish government emphasized “the importance of strengthening security in the Arctic” and that the country is ready to take on “even greater responsibility for this”.

Frederiksen also stressed that Danish companies contribute to growth and job creation in the United States, and that the EU and the US have a common interest in strengthening trade.

“During the conversation, the war in Ukraine, the situation in the Middle East and relations with China were also discussed. The conversation lasted 45 minutes. The Prime Minister and the future President agreed to continue the dialogue,” the Prime Minister’s press service said..

Let us recall that earlier Mute Egede, during a conversation with Matt Frederiksen, said that Greenland does not want to be American or Danish, but strives for independence. At the same time, Greenland is interested in further cooperation with the United States of America.

According to him, Greenland wants to strengthen ties with Washington, but on its own terms. In particular, we are talking about the defense and mining industries.

In early January 2025, Trump said he did not rule out using military or economic measures to make Greenland part of the United States. That same day, his eldest son, Donald Trump Jr., made a private visit to Greenland.

After Trump's statements, King Frederik X of Denmark decided to update the royal coat of arms, emphasizing the significance of Greenland and the Faroe Islands.. This step is considered a confirmation of the desire to maintain control over Danish territories.

Residents of Greenland have released a statement saying they are concerned about Trump's aggressive tone about his intention to " In the capital Nuuk they note that Greenlanders tend to avoid conflicts in everyday life, so they were shocked by such statements.