Speaking at a press conference in Brussels, the President of the European Commission stressed that the EU’s stance must be demonstrated through actions, not rhetoric.
“It is important for Greenlanders to know, through deeds and not just words, that we respect their expectations and their interests, and that they can rely on us,” she said.
“Greenland belongs to its people,” von der Leyen concluded.
Macron warns of consequences
French President Emmanuel Macron also intervened on the issue, warning that any violation of Greenland’s sovereignty would trigger “unprecedented, cascading consequences”.
Speaking during a French cabinet meeting, Macron referred to explicit threats by Donald Trump regarding the possible assumption of control over Greenland.
“France is monitoring the situation very closely and will act in full solidarity with Denmark and its sovereignty,” he said.
French government spokesperson Maud Bregeon later quoted Macron as saying that France “does not underestimate the statements concerning Greenland”.
The comments come amid heightened diplomatic activity and growing international concern over scenarios involving Greenland’s future status, as discussions continue between Denmark, Greenland and the United States.