Danish PM thanks Starmer for support on Greenland and Ukraine
Translated from Danish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen thanked outgoing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer for his support of Greenland and Ukraine.
- Frederiksen praised Starmer's leadership, citing Britain's solidarity with Ukraine and support during a difficult period for Greenland.
- Starmer announced his resignation as leader of the Labour Party and Prime Minister earlier on Monday.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has publicly thanked outgoing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer for his support on key issues, including Greenland and Ukraine. Frederiksen expressed her gratitude in a Facebook post, calling Starmer a "friend of the kingdom."
She highlighted Britain's stance under Starmer's leadership, stating that the UK stood "shoulder to shoulder with Ukraine" and was instrumental in defending Europe. Frederiksen also recalled Britain's solidarity when Greenland faced "completely unreasonable pressure."
"These are difficult and uncertain times, and all governments are challenged. Now Britain will have a new leader again," Frederiksen wrote. Her comments came shortly after Starmer announced his resignation as leader of the Labour Party and as Prime Minister. He made the announcement in front of 10 Downing Street, stating he would remain in his post until a successor is chosen.
Originally published by Berlingske in Danish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.