PM call with Prime Minister Frederiksen of Denmark: 20 September 2026

The Prime Minister and Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen spoke this morning about their upcoming visits to New York for the UN General Assembly. They agreed to use the trip to advance domestic priorities such as lowering the cost of living through global stability and strengthening security via international partnerships. The leaders also exchanged views on defence and security matters, including a new deal to enhance security in the Arctic and North Atlantic region involving the US, Greenland, and Denmark.

The Prime Minister welcomed the forthcoming signing of a security agreement between the US, Greenland, and Denmark, describing it as beneficial to all parties involved. He commended Prime Minister Frederiksen and the Kingdom of Denmark for negotiating the deal and indicated he would convey his congratulations to President Trump. The leaders also discussed the strategic importance of the High North for Euro-Atlantic security.

During the call, the Prime Minister and Prime Minister Frederiksen addressed the situation in Ukraine, with the UK leader expressing hope to advance support for Ukraine during the UN General Assembly and in the coming weeks. They discussed potential steps to increase assistance, though no specific measures were detailed in the conversation.

The two leaders concluded by reaffirming the importance of close cooperation between the UK and Denmark on international issues. They highlighted the shared commitment to addressing global challenges, including security threats and regional stability, ahead of their engagements in New York.