Denmark responded firmly to comments made by US VP JD Vance, who criticized the country for not adequately supporting Greenland. His comments during a visit to Pituffik space base were met with disdain from Danish officials, who emphasized the importance of maintaining a respectful dialogue with allies. Vance's push for greater US involvement in Greenland underlined the area's geopolitical significance, particularly in terms of security. Both Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Foreign Minister Lars Lkke Rasmussen refuted Vance's claims, asserting their longstanding support for the US in challenging situations and stressing their partnership's validity.
Our message to Denmark is very simple: you have not done a good job by the people of Greenland, Vance told a press conference.
We are open to criticisms, but let me be completely honest, we do not appreciate the tone in which it's being delivered. This is not how you speak to your close allies.
For many years, we have stood by the Americans in very difficult situations, she said.
I think Greenland understands that the United States should own it, Vance said in a press conference on Friday.
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