Denmark boosts Arctic defense spending by $2 billion

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Denmark boosts Arctic defense spending by $2 billion after Trump’s Greenland interest
Denmark said on Monday it would spend 14.6 billion Danish kroner ($2.05 billion) boosting its military capabilities in the Arctic – a decision that comes amid continuing furor following US President Donald Trump’s renewed interest in controlling Greenland,
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Denmark responds to US pressure, ups Arctic defense spending
Denmark said on Monday (January 28) it would spend $2.05 billion to boost its military presence in the Arctic after U.S. President Donald Trump showed renewed interest in controlling Greenland, a semi-autonomous Danish territory.
Denmark Announces $2.1 Billion Arctic Military Investment Plan
Denmark said on Monday it would spend 14.6 billion Danish crowns ($2.05 billion) boosting its military presence in the Arctic, following renewed interest by U.S. President Donald Trump in controlling Greenland,
Denmark announces major increase in Arctic defense budget due to U.S. and Russian tensions
Denmark has announced a significant increase in its defense budget for the Arctic region, citing growing threats from both the United States and Russia. The Danish Minister of Defense revealed that 14.
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Denmark boosts Arctic defence spending by $2.1 billion, responding to US pressure
Denmark said on Monday it would spend 14.6 billion Danish crowns ($2.05 billion) boosting its military presence in the Arctic, following renewed interest by U.S. President Donald Trump
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