Denmark counters US criticism: "We are a strong NATO ally"

Daily Wrap Denmark counters US criticism: "We are a strong NATO ally" Katarzyna Kalus • 12 hrs • 2 mins read According to Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, US Vice President J.D. Vance acted unfairly by accusing the government in Copenhagen of failing to fulfill its defense obligations in Greenland. "Perhaps the Americans should look in the mirror after the fall of the Berlin Wall, as they have been more focused on the fight against terrorism," added Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen. "Denmark is a good and strong ally for all NATO members. For many years, we stood shoulder to shoulder with the Americans in very difficult situations. Therefore, the Vice President should not speak about Denmark in such an unfair manner," Frederiksen wrote in a statement. The Danish Prime Minister agreed with Vance that Arctic security must be a priority. She recalled that her government had begun to strengthen surveillance in Greenland by investing in new ships, long-range drones, and satellite systems. Security in the Arctic is a concern for NATO and all allies in the region. We are ready to cooperate with the Americans day and night, she emphasized. She added that cooperation must be conducted according to "international rules." Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen, however, assessed that Vance's criticism was misplaced. "Perhaps the Americans should look in the mirror, as they have been more focused on the fight against terrorism since the fall of the Berlin Wall," he emphasized. "Denmark has not given Greenland the appropriate priority." The Danish military participated in international missions in Afghanistan and Iraq, where it supported American soldiers. The US Vice President criticized the government in Copenhagen on Friday during a meeting with American soldiers at the Pituffik space base in Greenland. Trump calls on Denmark to relinquish control of Greenland Denmark has not given Greenland the appropriate priority and has not done a good job, he said. Vance pointed to Russia's and China's interest in the area as a threat. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Greenland Wants to “Make America Go Away” Ahead of Vance Visit | The Daily Show ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Usha Vance HUMILIATED As Soon As She Arrives In Greenland