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Summary: Denmark calls for joint NATO mission in Greenland NHK

- Denmark proposes a joint NATO mission in Greenland to enhance Arctic security.
- US President Trump is pursuing the acquisition of Greenland and expects limited opposition.
- Discussions between Trump, NATO officials, and Greenland’s foreign minister are planned for Davos, Switzerland.

A: Hey Hana-chan! Did you hear something crazy?

B: Oh, hi Ken-san! No, what’s up?

A: It's about Greenland! Remember Trump wants to buy it?

B: Yeah, I remember! Crazy idea, right?

A: Well, now Denmark, which controls Greenland, is saying NATO should help protect it.

B: NATO? Really? Why?

A: Because Trump is still pushing to buy it! They had a meeting in Brussels about it.

B: Wow, that's intense. Did Trump talk to someone about it?

A: Yep! He spoke with the NATO boss, Mark Rutte. They’re going to talk more about it in Switzerland soon.

B: Switzerland? At that big business meeting?

A: Exactly! And Trump seems pretty sure he’s going to get Greenland. He's like, "We *need* it!"

B: He sounds really serious. He even posted about it online!

A: He did! He said Greenland is super important for everyone's safety. No turning back, he said.

B: So, Denmark wants NATO’s help before Trump buys it?

A: Pretty much! It's a complicated situation!
Summary
Trump seeks to acquire Greenland, prompting Denmark to propose a joint NATO mission for Arctic security. Discussions involving Trump, NATO officials, & Greenland's foreign minister are planned in Davos. #Greenland #NATO #Trump
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20260120_18/#summary

Date: Jan. 20, 2026

Notes: NHK News Summary - 2026-01-20

Created: 2026/01/20 21:40

Updated: 2026/01/21 09:05

Last Read: 2026/01/21 09:05

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