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description: "The Trump administration is discussing plans to acquire Greenland, including purchasing it from Denmark, establishing a free association agreement with Greenland, and military means. Trump hopes to complete this during his term, and the White House views it as a national security priority. Despite opposition from some NATO leaders, Trump is actively seeking an agreement. Meanwhile, the foreign ministers of Denmark and Nordic countries issued a joint statement emphasizing that Arctic security should be determined by Denmark and Greenland themselves, and reaffirming respect for international law and the principle of inviolability of borders"
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# The Trump administration is discussing options for acquiring Greenland, including military options

According to CCTV News, on January 6 local time, a senior U.S. official stated that President Trump and his team are discussing various options for acquiring Greenland, including purchasing the territory from Denmark, establishing a free association agreement with Greenland, and considering military means as one of the options.

The official mentioned that Trump hopes to complete the acquisition of Greenland during his current term and stated that this issue "will not go away." The White House views the acquisition of Greenland as a national security priority, and despite some NATO leaders expressing opposition, Trump is actively seeking to reach an agreement.

Earlier that day, according to CCTV News, on January 6 local time, the foreign ministers of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden issued a joint statement:

> The statement said that as Nordic, Arctic countries and NATO allies, the five countries are committed to maintaining security, stability, and cooperation in the Arctic region, have taken all measures to strengthen deterrence and defense in the region, and support NATO's enhanced presence and vigilance in the area.
> 
> The statement pointed out that the foundation of Arctic security is respect for the principles of the United Nations Charter and international law, including the principle of inviolability of borders. The Kingdom of Denmark (including Greenland) is a founding member of NATO and has historically cooperated closely with the United States in the field of Arctic security, with the 1951 Defense Agreement providing an opportunity for security cooperation.
> 
> The statement reiterated that matters involving Denmark and Greenland should be decided by Denmark and Greenland themselves.

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