Key Points:

• Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen to visit Greenland from April 2-4 amid U.S. interest in the territory.
• U.S. Vice President JD Vance accused Denmark of negligence regarding Greenland's security.
• Greenland’s PM Jens-Frederik Nielsen asserts the island's right to self-determination and opposes U.S. annexation.
• Danish officials express dissatisfaction with the U.S. tone during recent statements regarding Greenland.
• Protests erupt in Denmark against U.S. rhetoric, emphasizing local governance and self-determination.

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced plans for a visit to Greenland from April 2 to 4, responding to increasing U.S. interest in the Arctic territory coveted by President Donald Trump. Frederiksen expressed aspirations to reinforce the cooperative bond between Denmark and its semi-autonomous territory after U.S. Vice President JD Vance criticized Danish support for Greenland's security during a recent visit.

During his tour of the U.S. military's Pituffik Space Base, Vance challenged Denmark's handling of Greenland, asserting that it has not adequately protected the island and hinting that the U.S. could offer better security measures. In a counter statement, the Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen responded sharply, stating that the U.S. rhetoric was inappropriate for an ally, stressing that Denmark and Greenland have their own strategies for increasing regional security.

Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen of Greenland firmly declared that the U.S. would not attain control over the island, emphasizing that, "we determine our own future." This reflects the strong sentiments among Greenland's populace about maintaining sovereignty and self-determination in the face of external pressures. Recent polls indicate widespread opposition among Greenlanders to U.S. annexation.

With rising tensions surrounding the Arctic region, both Denmark and Greenland have committed to demonstrating unity against U.S. pressure, with Calderon stating, "It is a situation that calls for unity across political parties and across the countries in the Realm." Protesters have also voiced their dissatisfaction with U.S. claims, making it clear that they wish to uphold their autonomy.

The dynamic between Greenland, Denmark, and the United States continues to evolve, with this upcoming visit expected to further reinforce the relationship between Denmark and Greenland as both regions seek to navigate the complexities of international interest in the Arctic.