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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
James Brooks

Denmark’s PM calls snap election after surge in support over Trump-Greenland crisis

  • Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced an early general election will be held on 24 March.
  • The election follows a period where Denmark navigated a US President's controversial interest in Greenland, a semi-autonomous Danish territory.
  • Ms Frederiksen's handling of the Greenland situation, including a warning about a potential American takeover dissolving NATO, has reportedly boosted her Social Democrats' popularity.
  • The Prime Minister stated the election is crucial for Denmark to define its relationship with the US, ensure European peace, and address the ongoing war in Ukraine.
  • Beyond foreign policy, the cost of living and Ms Frederiksen's strict immigration policies are also expected to be prominent campaign topics.

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