ReadoutPrime Minister's OfficeAugust 28, 2026

Canada and Denmark discuss strengthening Arctic security, supply chains, and defence ties

Prime ministers Carney and Frederiksen spoke today about Arctic security, support for Northern communities, resilient supply chains, and deeper NATO and defence cooperation.

Summary

What happened

  • When: Today
  • Who: Prime Minister Mark Carney and Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen
  • Where/Focus: Canada and Denmark; the Arctic and transatlantic partnership

Key points discussed

  • Arctic priorities, including enhancing defence and security and supporting Northern communities.
  • Coordination with allies amid a rapidly changing international security environment.
  • Diversifying trade and investment and securing reliable supply chains across critical minerals, energy, and technology.
  • Strengthening the defence relationship, including cooperation through NATO and defence industries.

Why it matters

  • The conversation signals continued high-level coordination on Arctic security and resilient supply chains, areas that affect regional stability and economic resilience.

Next steps

  • The leaders agreed to remain in close contact.

Source: Prime Minister's Office readout (Canada–Denmark relations link referenced in the release).

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