Nordic Alert: Denmark Labels the US and Russia as Election Interference Threats

Greenland and Ukraine Disputes Intensify Denmark Election Risks

Denmark’s intelligence agency issued a rare and broad warning before the country’s March 24th election, highlighting multiple threats from foreign powers. In an official assessment released on Friday, the Danish Security and Intelligence Service (PET) stated that foreign interference is “highly likely” to occur.

While Russia remains the primary threat due to Denmark’s military support for Ukraine, the report also took unusual steps by listing the United States and China as potential sources of influence. This development underscores the rapid deterioration of traditional transatlantic relations, as the “Greenland crisis” continues to dominate Danish political discourse.

The intelligence report notes that U.S. attention to Greenland has created a “new line of international conflict.” It is reported that adversaries are exploiting these tensions to spread disinformation.

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Danish authorities are preparing for a range of “hybrid” tactics, including cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns aimed at influencing specific candidates or dividing public opinion. Previously, in a December report, the Defense Intelligence Service (DDIS) for the first time identified the United States as a potential security risk to this Nordic kingdom.

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Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced earlier this week that she would call for an early election, widely seen as an attempt to consolidate power after a surge in polls. She positions herself as a defender of Danish sovereignty against Donald Trump’s renewed claims of sovereignty over Greenland, which has boosted her support.

The upcoming vote will be a key test of voters’ views on Denmark’s relationship with Washington. Analysts note that while the U.S. remains Denmark’s most important security ally through NATO, unpredictable statements from the White House have prompted Copenhagen to establish what local media calls a “night shift” to monitor U.S. actions.

For international investors, Denmark’s election has become a key barometer of stability in Europe. A victory for the center-left camp led by Frederiksen could strengthen Denmark’s “strategic autonomy” within the EU and firmly reject any Arctic territorial negotiations.

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