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Danish Military Bolsters Arctic Defense as Trump Reasserts Greenland Claims

Denmark will invest 14.6 billion Danish crowns to enhance its military presence in the Arctic, following renewed interest from U.S. President Donald Trump in Greenland.
The defense plan includes funding for three new Arctic navy vessels and additional surveillance drones, as stated by Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen.
Greenland's Independence and Foreign Affairs Minister welcomed the increased defense spending, calling it a critical first step toward bolstering security in and around the island.
Denmark aims to modernize its Arctic resources to address security challenges from Russia and China, while reinforcing its sovereignty in the region.

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