In Greenland’s Capital, Growing Danish Military Presence Sparks Concern

Some local officials were unaware of the plans before they were announced.
In Greenland’s Capital, Growing Danish Military Presence Sparks Concern
A Royal Danish Navy vessel prepares to dock in the city of Nuuk, Greenland, on May 4, 2025. John Fredricks/The Epoch Times
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Greenlanders are expressing concerns about extensive military investments, including new infrastructure and the stationing of troops in the Arctic territory’s capital, Nuuk, announced by Denmark.

Denmark has said that it developed the plan, which was announced on Oct. 1, in coordination with its territory’s government. The mayor of Nuuk’s municipality is among the Greenlandic politicians who say they were not informed ahead of the announcement, which came amid U.S. President Donald Trump’s interest in acquiring Greenland.

Nathan Worcester
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Nathan Worcester is an award-winning journalist for The Epoch Times based in Washington, D.C. He frequently covers Capitol Hill, elections, and the ideas that shape our times. He has also written about energy and the environment. Nathan can be reached at [email protected]
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