Tensions between the US and Denmark over Greenland continue to escalate. While President Donald Trump’s promises regarding the island remain on the agenda, the two countries will hold high-level talks for the first time.

Since President Donald Trump’s re-election and promise to “take control” of the Greenland island belonging to Denmark, the US and Denmark will engage in high-level talks for the first time.

FOREIGN MINISTERS TO MEET Financial Times reported that Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen is preparing to meet with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio this week.

The two officials, Lars Lokke Rasmussen and Marco Rubio are reportedly planning to meet during the NATO Foreign Ministers Meeting starting in Brussels on Thursday. Officials emphasize that the meeting could be canceled due to the tense relations between Copenhagen and Washington.

VICE PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE VISITED ISLAND During his visit to the island, Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance stated, “We must own Greenland,” claiming that the US control over this vast and mineral-rich island is critical for global security.

Additionally, Vance reiterated arguments that Denmark would not be able to defend itself against the increasing Russian and Chinese threats in the vicinity.

DENMARK TAKING A FIRM STANCE Previously ignoring Trump’s demands, Denmark has changed tactics in the past weeks to compete with Washington’s rhetoric.

Foreign Minister Rasmussen openly responded to the comments of the Trump administration over the weekend. Rasmussen stated, “Of course, we are open to criticism. But let me be completely honest: We do not appreciate the tone in which these criticisms are delivered… you should not speak like this with your close allies.”

ISLAND’S INDEPENDENCE ASPIRATIONS

Some Greenlandic politicians initially sought independence from Copenhagen by leveraging Trump’s interest. However, a swift departure from Denmark could lead to greater risks regarding the island’s independence.