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US-Greenland-Denmark Security Deal Expands Military Access, Awaits Approval

The United States, Denmark and Greenland signed a new security agreement.

It adds to an older 1951 agreement about defending Greenland.

The United States could build two more military bases and expand its existing base.

American planes and ships would have special access across Greenland and nearby waters.

The agreement supports having a stronger NATO role in the Arctic.

It also says Greenland’s people have the right to decide their own future.

Companies from outside NATO, NATO partner countries or the European Union cannot control important sensitive sectors in Greenland.

The agreement must still be approved by the parliaments of Greenland and Denmark.

Key facts

Existing framework: The pact adds to a 1951 US-Danish agreement on Greenland’s defense.
Proposed US facilities: New military bases could be established at Narsarsuaq and Mestersvig, while Pituffik Space Base could be expanded.
Military access: US planes and vessels would receive flyover, landing and undersea rights throughout Greenland, including its territorial waters.
NATO policy: The agreement supports a stronger NATO presence in the Arctic and bars non-NATO members from maintaining an ongoing military presence in Greenland.
Greenlandic rights: The pact recognizes Greenland’s right to self-determination and requires the United States to respect Greenlandic society and its way of life.
Investment restrictions: Investors from outside NATO member states, NATO partners or the European Union cannot control or exert major influence over sensitive sectors in Greenland.
Approval and duration: The parliaments of Greenland and Denmark must approve the pact; it has no end date and can be amended only by mutual consent.

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