Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen issued a direct message to the United States on Thursday, stating unequivocally that "you cannot annex other countries, not even with arguments about national security." Her comments come in response to US President Donald Trump's apparent intention to annex Greenland.

Frederiksen made the remarks during her visit to Nuuk, the capital of Greenland. Speaking in both Danish and English, she emphasized the significance of Greenland’s sovereignty and its close political and social ties with Denmark. “There is a close dialogue between Greenland and the Danish mainland,” she said, assuring that all related concerns will be addressed jointly by the two governments.

Highlighting the broader implications of the issue, Frederiksen stressed that this matter is not just bilateral but one of international importance. “This is about the world order that we have built together and across the Atlantic,” she stated, underlining the foundational principles of international cooperation and respect for national boundaries.

Despite the controversy, Frederiksen expressed continued support for the transatlantic alliance, stating that the United States can always count on Denmark as a steadfast partner in the Arctic region. Her comments aimed to reinforce mutual trust between allies while drawing a clear line against territorial overreach.

The Danish Prime Minister’s statement marks one of the clearest official rejections of the Trump administration’s Greenland ambitions. It reflects Copenhagen’s firm stance on maintaining national sovereignty and upholding the rules-based international system.

As discussions around Arctic geopolitics intensify, Frederiksen’s remarks serve as a reminder of the delicate balance between strategic interests and international law. Her public opposition could influence not only Danish-American relations but also broader global norms regarding territorial integrity.