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The framework deal on Greenland agreed with US President Donald Trump would require NATO allies to boost Arctic security, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte says.<\/span><\/p>\n

Graphic shows military assets in the Arctic.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Rutte said it was now up to NATO commanders to work out the details of the additional security requirements, adding that he was confident non-Arctic members of the alliance would want to contribute.<\/span><\/p>\n

President Trump has expressed interest in developing a new Golden Dome missile defence system, for which he has said Greenland is a crucial component.<\/span>One official briefed on the discussions between Rutte and Trump suggested that the status of British bases in Cyprus could serve as a model for enhancing the US presence on Greenland, noting that the UK retains full sovereignty over its Cypriot bases.<\/span><\/p>\n

Danish officials now expect to begin formal negotiations with the US, led by Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, following the agreement last week to establish a high-level working group to discuss the arrangement.<\/span><\/p>\n

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