Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen sharply criticized the language used by the Trump administration

Nuk, Greenland — On Saturday, Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen sharply criticized the language used by the Trump administration in its criticism of Greenland and Denmark. He stated that Denmark is already investing heavily in Arctic security and is open to further cooperation with the United States.

Rasmussen made these remarks in a video posted on social media. He said, "There have been many accusations and much blame, and of course, we are open to criticism, but I want to be absolutely honest: we do not like criticism in this language. This is not the way to speak to your close allies. And I still believe that Denmark and the United States are close allies."

U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance stated on Friday that Denmark had made "insufficient investment" in Greenland's security and called for a new security policy from Denmark. During his visit, Vance met with U.S. soldiers at Greenland's Pituffik Space Base.

Vance said, "Our message is very clear: You have not done enough for the people of Greenland. You have not invested enough in their security, and you have not done much in the security architecture of this beautiful land. This needs to change."

However, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen responded to these comments, stating that her country is "a good and strong ally" and has made significant efforts in Arctic security.

Meanwhile, Greenland's lawmakers have decided to form a new government and have jointly resisted the Trump administration's attempts to acquire Greenland. The people of Greenland have also expressed their dissatisfaction with this matter.

Tensions escalated further when Greenland's National Dog Sled Race, "Avannaata Kiumusersu," began on Saturday. The decision for Vice President Vance's wife to participate in the previously scheduled race was canceled when her husband decided to visit the Pituffik Space Base.

In his video, Rasmussen referred to a 1951 defense agreement that allows the United States to establish a strong military presence in Greenland. He said, "If the United States wants more military presence in Greenland, let's discuss it."

Denmark has stated that it is investing 14.6 billion Danish Krone ($2.1 billion) in Arctic security, which includes three new naval vessels, long-term drones, and satellites.