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Greenland’s parliament approved a defense agreement with the United States and Denmark on Tuesday, paving the way for an expanded US military presence on the Arctic island, Anadolu Agency reported, citing Danish broadcaster DR.
The agreement received 16 votes in favor, none against, while seven lawmakers abstained after a parliamentary debate, DR reported.
The deal now requires approval from the Danish Parliament. The legislative process there is scheduled to begin on Nov. 12 and conclude on Nov. 19.
The agreement will enter into force once the United States receives official notification that both Greenland’s and Denmark’s parliaments have approved it.
Signed in late September by the United States, Denmark and Greenland, the agreement updates a 1951 defense pact and provides for an expanded US military presence on the island.
It also aims to strengthen NATO’s role in Arctic security.
The agreement follows months of tensions sparked by US President Donald Trump’s repeated calls for American control or ownership of Greenland.
