Statement by Minister McEntee on Greenland

Recent developments have focussed attention on the future of Greenland. This is a matter to be determined by Denmark and by Greenlandic people in line with well-established democratic principles and international law.

This position is rooted in Ireland’s core values and our commitment to the international legal order. Ireland has consistently underlined that the sovereignty and territorial integrity of States is a fundamental principle of the United Nations Charter. 

Ireland fully supports the approach of our fellow EU Member State Denmark. We will continue to monitor the situation and remain in close contact with Denmark and all relevant partners.

ENDS

Press Office

7 January 2026