This concurrent resolution seeks to reaffirm the strong partnership between the United States, the Kingdom of Denmark, and Greenland, which is based on shared democratic values and collective security. It directly responds to recent public statements by U.S. executive branch officials suggesting the potential acquisition of Greenland, including through military force, which prompted objections from allies and undermined trust. The resolution asserts that the United States Government respects the sovereignty of Denmark, including Greenland, consistent with longstanding treaty commitments like the North Atlantic Treaty. It clarifies that any change in Greenland's status or the use of U.S. military force involving Greenland must comply with treaty obligations and receive explicit Congressional authorization . Ultimately, the resolution calls for strengthening diplomatic, economic, and security cooperation with Denmark and Greenland through partnership and consent, emphasizing that Arctic security is best achieved through cooperation with allies rather than coercion.
A concurrent resolution affirming the partnership between the United States and Denmark and Greenland.
USA119th CongressSCONRES-26| Senate
| Updated: 1/15/2026
This concurrent resolution seeks to reaffirm the strong partnership between the United States, the Kingdom of Denmark, and Greenland, which is based on shared democratic values and collective security. It directly responds to recent public statements by U.S. executive branch officials suggesting the potential acquisition of Greenland, including through military force, which prompted objections from allies and undermined trust. The resolution asserts that the United States Government respects the sovereignty of Denmark, including Greenland, consistent with longstanding treaty commitments like the North Atlantic Treaty. It clarifies that any change in Greenland's status or the use of U.S. military force involving Greenland must comply with treaty obligations and receive explicit Congressional authorization . Ultimately, the resolution calls for strengthening diplomatic, economic, and security cooperation with Denmark and Greenland through partnership and consent, emphasizing that Arctic security is best achieved through cooperation with allies rather than coercion.