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European leaders had varied responses to the announcement. Denmark’s foreign minister welcomed the tariff pause and expressed a desire to continue constructive discussions about security in the Arctic while respecting Denmark’s sovereign “red lines” regarding Greenland. Other NATO members such as the Netherlands also praised the decision as a step toward de‑escalation and cooperation on security concerns, particularly given rising geopolitical interest from Russia and China in the Arctic.
Despite the cautious welcome from some quarters, Greelanders and Danish MPs voiced skepticism about the legitimacy of a so‑called framework deal that was apparently negotiated without Greenland’s direct involvement. Critics have pointed out that any agreement concerning Greenland’s future would require the consent of both Greenland and Denmark, and warned against sidelining local voices in talks that directly affect their territory.
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