Danish King Frederik X Visits Greenland Amid US Tensions

King Frederik X of Denmark visited Greenland this week, emphasizing solidarity with the semi-autonomous territory amid renewed U.S. interest in the island's strategic value. The king, accompanied by Greenland's new Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen, stated his visit had no specific mission and expressed happiness to be in Greenland, while local leaders highlighted the strong ties between Greenland and the Danish royal family. The trip follows recent remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump about acquiring Greenland for its mineral resources and security importance, as well as Vice President JD Vance's criticism of Danish investment in a U.S. military base on the island. Despite Trump's assertions—including not ruling out military means to secure the territory—Greenland's political leaders have firmly rejected the notion of the island being 'for sale.' The king's visit included public events and meetings with Greenlandic officials, although some planned activities were canceled due to weather. The visit underscores Denmark's intention to reinforce its relationship with Greenland as the territory continues to move toward greater autonomy.