Increased military presence in the Arctic

In the wake of the increased focus on security in the Arctic and North Atlantic Area, the Danish Defence has decided to continue its increased military activities in and around Greenland by deploying additional capacities and troops in addition to comprehensive investments.

The Danish-led training activities falls under the initiative Ecercise Arctic Endurance, which aims to demonstrate enhanced military presence in and around Greenland and the Faroe Islands. Arctic Endurance is under rapid development and contains both national and multinational activities within NATO.

Our Alliance is the cornerstone for security in the Arctic region, and it is in our common interest to further strengthen cooperation to ensure that NATO remains fit for the purpose to deter and defend every inch of Allied territory. By bolstering the Alliance’s effort in the Arctic, we are strengthening the whole of NATO.