US in closely-guarded talks to open new bases in Greenland
It is seeking to open three bases in the south of the Arctic territory, according to multiple officials familiar with the talks.
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Notable Quotes
"The US should 'own' Greenland to prevent Russia or China from taking it."
— Donald Trump , Politician
"Needham is running point on Greenland."
— Michael Needham , Executive
"The administration is 'approaching it very professionally.'"
— Michael Needham , Executive
"We are not to be taken. We are not for sale."
— Jens-Frederik Nielsen , Politician
Key People
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Jacob Isbosethsen is the top Greenlandic diplomat in Washington.
Republican Governor Jeff Landry celebrated the ruling regarding the Ten Commandments law.
Jens-Frederik Nielsen is the Prime Minister of Greenland.
Jesper Møller Sørensen is Denmark's ambassador to the United States.
Counselor for the U.S. Dept. of State.
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It is seeking to open three bases in the south of the Arctic territory, according to multiple officials familiar with the talks.
The US and Denmark have been negotiating increased military presence in Greenland over recent months, with discussions focusing on opening three new military bases in the south of the Arctic territory.
The United States is in advanced talks with Denmark and Greenland to establish three new military bases in southern Greenland, with proposals including designating the installations as US sovereign territory.
The US has been holding negotiations with Denmark to open new military bases in Greenland, with the talks between both sides progressing in recent months.
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