Denmark has begun its new 11-month military conscription programme, with around 1,600 recruits starting service as the country strengthens its armed forces amid heightened Arctic security concerns and the ongoing war in Ukraine.
The reforms, introduced in 2024, extend conscription to women for the first time and increase annual intake over the coming years. Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen recently reaffirmed at the NATO summit in Ankara that Denmark would defend every part of Allied territory, including its own.
Key developments
- Around 1,600 recruits have begun the new 11-month service.
- Annual conscription is due to rise from 5,000 to 7,500 by 2033.
- More than 100 conscripts will deploy to Greenland later this month.
- New training includes specialist roles such as a drone platoon.
Denmark’s defence posture is expected to continue strengthening as Copenhagen expands conscription, increases military investment and enhances Arctic capabilities
The government has also placed greater emphasis on Greenland’s security, while reaffirming its commitment to NATO collective defence.
ℹ️ Reuters
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