The Arctic
The Kingdom of Denmark consists of three parts: Denmark, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands. The Arctic is an important part of the shared identity of the Kingdom, and all three parts of the Realm are committed to its prosperity and security.
The Kingdom of Denmark and Canada are Neighbours in the North, and as a result of the historic Hans Island agreement signed in June 2022 between Canada, Denmark and Greenland, we are now closer than ever. Previously separated by only 26 kilometres, Canada and the Kingdom of Denmark now share a land border on Hans Island and a new maritime border of 3,962 km, which is the longest in the world. Our geography, and the historical ties between the peoples of Greenland and Nunavut underpins our close relationship that is constantly growing.
The Kingdom of Denmark and Canada are both founding members of the Arctic Council, which was established in 1996 with the signing of the Ottawa Declaration, and both states are strong supporters of the Ilulissat declaration of 2008 on the cooperation between the states bordering the Arctic Ocean.
The two declarations constitute the groundwork for the continuous effort of The Kingdom of Denmark and Canada to support the well-being of the peoples living in the Arctic while advocating for the sustainable development of the Arctic and the protection of the sensitive Arctic environment.
Through the shared responsibility in the Nordic Council, The Kingdom of Denmark is committed to supporting joint efforts on matters involving the Arctic. The Kingdom of Denmark joins its Nordic neighbours in Nordic co-operation to support efforts that improve the quality of life for indigenous peoples and help promote the social and cultural traditions of the Arctic peoples.
You can learn more about the Kingdom of Denmark and the Arctic here.
Neighbours in the North
The Kingdom of Denmark and Canada have a longstanding history of collaboration in the Arctic and there are deep historical ties between the peoples of Nunavut and Greenland. With “Neighbors in the North”, we want to celebrate our shared history, culture, and values. We want to highlight the rich diversity of the peoples that transcend borders and generations. We want to raise awareness of the common challenges we face due to climate change and how working together best positions us to find sustainable solutions for the world and for the wellbeing of the millions of people living in the North. Finally, we want to inspire future generations to continue building bridges across the Arctic through education, exchange, and engagement.
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