Von der Leyen says Greenland can count on EU support: "Greenlanders can count on us"

The press conference focused on Ukraine, but she also mentioned Greenland.
Text: Óscar Ontañón Docal
Published 2026-01-14

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday that Greenland has the full backing of the European Union, stressing the bloc's close relationship with the territory.

Speaking at a press conference in Brussels, von der Leyen said the European Union respects the wishes and interests of the Greenlandic people.

"Greenlanders can count on us," she said, underlining the EU's commitment to standing by the territory. She also highlighted the growing importance of the Arctic, calling regional security a key priority for the European Union.

Further reading: EU-Ukraine: 30 billion euros for budget and 60 billion for military.

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