British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has expressed support for a recently announced agreement between the United States, Denmark, and Greenland. The deal, expected to be formally signed next week, was applauded by Burnham for its benefits to all parties involved, according to a statement from Downing Street.

Burnham extended his congratulations to Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen following the announcement, highlighting the collaborative nature of the agreement. The leaders reportedly discussed the arrangement during a recent phone call, during which they welcomed the United States’ renewed commitment to the Arctic region.

The discussions underscored the strategic importance of the High North for Euro-Atlantic security, emphasizing the shared interests of the countries involved in maintaining stability in the area.

Burnham also indicated that he plans to personally congratulate US President Donald Trump on the agreement. The British and American leaders are scheduled to meet in person for the first time next week during the United Nations General Assembly in New York, an event expected to provide an opportunity to further discuss the implications of the deal.

Details of the agreement have not been fully disclosed publicly, but it is seen as a move to strengthen cooperation among the US, Denmark, and Greenland, particularly in relation to geopolitical and security matters in the Arctic region.