Trump’s statement on Truth Social said Washington would have ‘permanent control’ over security in Greenland, preventing any Russian or Chinese military presence without U.S. approval.
The agreement, slated for signature at next week’s UN General Assembly in New York, also authorizes the U.S. to open three new bases in southern Greenland, in addition to the existing Pituffik base.
Greenland’s strategic location—between North America and the Arctic—makes it a critical early‑warning hub for missile attacks, while its rare‑earth deposits could undercut China’s dominance in high‑tech manufacturing.
Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said she was optimistic that the agreement would preserve Greenland’s sovereignty and support NATO, while Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens‑Frederik Nielsen praised the deal for strengthening security.
The U.S. will begin construction on the new bases immediately after the UN vote, with an expected completion by 2028, according to a Pentagon spokesperson.