Defense Minister trusts US partnership despite Vance speech

Danish Defense Minister Troels Lund Poulsen expresses confidence in continuing NATO collaboration with the United States, even with a new American president. At the Munich Security Conference, he affirmed that the U.S. is not leaving NATO, crucial for Europe’s security. His American counterpart, Pete Hegseth, insisted Europe must contribute more to its defense, implying a higher financial participation in future armament. The U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance criticized Europe for internal division and focused minimally on the Ukraine war, suggesting a shift in the U.S. administration’s approach. Denmark disagrees with the U.S. on Ukraine’s NATO membership but remains committed to the enduring transatlantic relationship.