Greenland talks: U.S. relations improving but crisis not over, Denmark says

Denmark's foreign minister said relations with the United States have improved after earlier threats and tariff plans were dropped, but he warned the Greenland dispute remains unresolved because sovereignty concerns are a red line.

Denmark's foreign minister said talks with the United States have moved to a more constructive tone, but he cautioned the Greenland crisis is not finished. Lars Løkke Rasmussen spoke at a news conference in Nuuk alongside Canada's Foreign Minister Anita Anand and Greenland's Foreign Minister Vivian Motzfeldt. The comments followed earlier U.S. moves that included threats and proposed tariffs and reports of interest in Greenland's resources. Ministers said talks are focused on Arctic security while respecting Greenlanders' right to self-determination. Key details: - Rasmussen said relations are better now because earlier threats and proposed tariffs are no longer on the table. - Denmark and Greenland have drawn a red line against any discussions that would undermine Greenlandic sovereignty. - A high-level working group with representatives from the U.S., Denmark and Greenland has begun discussing Arctic security and related issues; negotiators describe the talks as respectful but unresolved. - Canada opened a consulate in Nuuk during the diplomatic meetings, and U.S. lawmakers also visited as part of a busy weekend of engagements. Summary: The change in tone has eased immediate tensions but core questions about sovereignty and resource access remain. Officials say negotiations are ongoing and that it is too early to predict an outcome. Undetermined at this time.