European Commission: only Denmark and Greenlanders can determine Greenland's status
The European Commission has stressed that the issue of possible changes in Greenland's status can only be resolved by Denmark and the Greenlanders themselves. This was stated in Brussels by European Commission spokesperson Anitta Hipper, commenting on US President Donald Trump's statements about Washington's interest in the island.
The European Commission stressed that the European Union consistently supports the territorial integrity of states, the inviolability of borders and the principles of the UN Charter. It also reaffirmed its solidarity with Denmark and its autonomous territory of Greenland, noting that any discussions on the island's future should be held exclusively between Copenhagen and Nuuk.
European Commission spokeswoman Paula Piñu rejected claims that the EU was allegedly supporting the transfer of Greenland to the US. She acknowledged that different countries may be interested in the island, but such interest should remain within the framework of partnership and business relations. The European Commission also reminded that Denmark and Greenland are members of NATO and partners of the United States.
Greenland has had broad self-government since 2009, while Denmark is responsible for the autonomy's defence and foreign policy. Geographically, the island belongs to North America, but politically it remains part of the European space.
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