Denmark plans to expand the Kangerlussuaq air base in Greenland, transforming it into an "operational military base" to strengthen its presence in the Arctic.
The base will host F-35 fighter jets and long-range drones for surveillance and defense.
The move follows a 2.1 billion dollars plan approved by Denmark's parliament to enhance military capabilities in the region, including new drones and patrol vessels. This expansion comes amid growing concerns over Greenland's strategic importance.
The modernization of the base, formerly a US military facility, aims to improve Denmark's ability to secure Greenland’s remote territories in the Arctic.
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