Greenland, Denmark and Trump - why it's more complicated than you might think.

My latest for @bylinetimes.bsky.social

Based on my interview with @sofiepultz.bsky.social for @bylinepodcast.bsky.social

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What being the Kingdom of Denmark feels like this week…

Had a great time talking to @goldbergradio.bsky.social on @bylinepodcast.bsky.social!

We deep dived into the complicated relationship between Greenland and Denmark, the role of Europe and the UK in responding to Trump and dog sled patrols🇬🇱❄️🐶

Amidst all the focus on Greenland, it is important to not lose sight of the UK's long term foreign policy interests.

I wrote about the importance of building better partnerships with African countries, what the new 'Africa Approach' might mean and how to deliver on it👇

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“Is Greenland next?” Watching the US attack on Venezuela from Denmark, Sofie saw a familiar pattern: defence as the excuse, resources as the prize. This isn’t about security — it’s about control of Arctic territory.

📻 @sofiepultz.bsky.social on BBC Radio 2 👇

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On Sunday, Trump said that "We do need Greenland, absolutely. We need it for defence".

But similar to how Venezuela wasn't just about drugs, Greenland is about more than defence.

Let's unpack the US-DK-Greenland situation… A thread👇

(Pic of the Eqi Glacier from this summer)
#Greenland #US #dkpol

Wonder if Starmer will do the same..?

Another Christmas, another threat of annexing #Greenland..

This time around we cannot simply hold our breath and wait for the US to focus elsewhere.

Greenland decides the future of their own country, and the Danish Foreign Office has a duty to do what they must to protect and honour that right🇬🇱🇩🇰

Talked to @sheriffb.bsky.social about the UK’s new Africa Approach launched earlier this week.

I argue that while the approach is ambitious in scope, there remains too many unanswered questions around delivery, funding and political prioritisation👇

This is such good news for young people!

As someone who moved abroad to study, I’ll forever champion the value of learning and working in a different culture.

Also excited to see negotiations start for re-entry into EU’s internal energy market, which could increase energy security and lower costs👇

The UK has launched its new Africa strategy. @sofiepultz.bsky.social says it’s a welcome attempt to redefine what the UK has to offer African countries, but cuts to aid and the FCDO risk leaving the government without the capacity to deliver 👇

Always makes me proud to see Denmark punching above its weight internationally!

This ranking comes at such an interesting time though - Frederiksen’s ratings has reached an historic low at home and we are heading into an election year..🗳️

Spent 10 days in Joburg at the T20, G20 Social & People’s Summits, discussing global agendas. Feeling hopeful for South Africa’s progressive push.

Next year is different - G20 at a golf resort in Miami🙃

All eyes will soon be on the UK walking a geopolitical tightrope hosting the #G20 in 2027..👀

African governments are now spending on average 17% of all revenues on servicing debts.This is money that should be going to schools, climate adaptation and poverty reduction.

That’s why ambitious action on debt and cost of capital will be absolutely key when South Africa hosts G20 in November!

Next year I will be eligible for citizenship in the UK.

And for the first time I’m wondering whether I should apply “just in case” given the current political climate and statements like these.

But do I want to become a citizen just out of fear of losing my rights? Not really..

Hi Bluesky, I’m Sofie👋

I’m a researcher at IPPR’s Centre for Geopolitics and International Policy with a special interest in global partnerships, development and climate🌍

Follow for takes on current affairs, Danish and British politics, expat life in the UK and whatever else I get up to🤷🏼‍♀️