Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has called for greater unity between Denmark and Greenland in the face of mounting pressure from the United States, stating that solidarity is key to protecting shared national interests.

Frederiksen made the remarks during a three-day visit to Greenland, speaking with Greenlandic newspaper Sermitsiaq. The visit underscores Denmark’s efforts to strengthen ties with the autonomous Arctic territory.

“There is no doubt that many people in Greenland feel unsafe because the insecurity is real,” Frederiksen said. “It is a pressure that has unfortunately been created and which we are doing our best to handle.”

She emphasized that the best response to external pressure—particularly from the US—is for Greenland and Denmark to remain united. “Regardless of what internal discussions we may have within the Realm, we must stand united. That is the clearest signal we can send,” she added.

Her comments came shortly after US Vice President JD Vance reiterated America’s strategic interest in Greenland. In a Newsmax interview, Vance described the island as vital to US national security and suggested the US could offer financial incentives far beyond what Denmark currently provides Greenlanders—estimated at $60,000 per person annually.

At a press conference in Nuuk, Greenland’s capital, Frederiksen directly addressed these overtures: “You cannot annex other countries—not even under the pretext of international security.”

She added, “When you seek to take over part of the Kingdom of Denmark’s territory while we are subjected to pressure and threats by our closest ally, what are we to think about the country we have admired for so many years?”

Greenland, a former Danish colony, became part of the Kingdom of Denmark in 1953. It was granted home rule in 1979, and while it enjoys extensive autonomy, Denmark still controls its foreign affairs and defense.

Frederiksen’s visit and firm stance highlight growing geopolitical tensions in the Arctic, where strategic and economic interests are increasingly drawing global attention.