Military police train in Greenland's harsh environment
A group of Danish soldiers from the Military Police have undergone intensive training in Greenland in recent weeks. During their training, the soldiers have encountered challenges that are unique to the Arctic environment, such as weather conditions that can be both helpful and hindering.
August 22, 2025 - 21:56
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By Danish Defence Command
Among other things, the Military Police soldiers have completed advanced exercises in medical services with a focus on treating hypothermia, i.e. cooling of the body to such an extent that it can be life-threatening and affect both physical and mental functions.
"During the course of the training, the weather changed, so we had strong winds and very heavy rainfall, which added an extra dimension of realism to the training and emphasised the importance of training these skills in Greenland's demanding climate," says Kim from the Military Police.
Tactical training in challenging terrain
Another important part of the training has focused on navigating and operating in Greenland's challenging landscape.
The soldiers have learned to adapt their tactical procedures to terrain characterised by cliffs and ravines – conditions that are significantly different from those in Denmark.
The soldiers have also completed shooting training at an improvised shooting range on an island near Nuuk. This exercise required not only precision with weapons, but also the ability to adapt to the unique conditions of the Greenlandic landscape.
Broad cooperation
In addition, the Military Police carried out various security tasks coordinated by the Arctic Command, and to strengthen cross-functional cooperation within the Armed Forces, the soldiers visited the inspection ship Triton.
The visit provided valuable insight into the Navy's tasks in Arctic waters and emphasised the importance of coordination between the various units of the Armed Forces in the Arctic.
"The soldiers' training is a clear signal of Denmark's commitment to the Arctic. It is our task to ensure stability and security in the area, and therefore it is natural to strengthen our soldiers' competencies in Greenland's unique environment," says Major General Søren Andersen, Chief of the Arctic Command.
The training in Greenland is part of the Armed Forces' broader strategy to strengthen its military presence in the Arctic. This is, of course, being done in close cooperation with the Greenlandic self-government and underlines Denmark's continued commitment to protecting all parts of the Kingdom.