The European Parliament stands firmly in support of multilateralism and the rules-based international order. Any attempt to undermine the sovereignty and the territorial integrity of Denmark and Greenland, violates international law and the United Nations Charter.

The security of the Arctic is a strategic priority for the European Union, and we are firmly committed to safeguarding it. The EU’s Arctic Strategy goes beyond mere security concerns and our commitment to step up the sustainable development and cooperation with the citizens of the region is steadfast.

The Kingdom of Denmark, including Greenland, is a NATO member and is fully covered by the Alliance’s collective security guarantees. The European Parliament will continue to reinforce European defence capabilities and ensure that EU Member States uphold their NATO commitments, including through sustained investment in defence and a strong presence in the Arctic region.

Arctic security is ensured within the NATO…