Military of Greenland rescue operations. Domestic Military Statistics The post-referendum governmental changes became effective in June 2009. Those that affect military provision include: Several American and Danish military bases are located in Greenland, including the US Thule Air Base. The Royal Danish Navy operate a dog sled patrol called Sirius-patruljen, based in Daneborg. Military of Greenland The government of Greenland does not have control of Greenland's military or foreign affairs. The defence of Greenland is the responsibility of the Kingdom of Denmark. However, following the November 2008 referendum on increased autonomy, which attracted significant popular support (72% turnout, 75% vote in favor), the
Autonomous administrative division their own name. Tokelau remains an autonomous dependency of New Zealand. The Chatham Islands—despite having the designation of "Territory"—is an integral part of the country, situated within the New Zealand archipelago. The territory's council is not autonomous and has broadly the same powers as other local councils, although notably it can also charge levies on goods entering or leaving the islands. Aruba, Curaçao, and Sint Maarten are autonomous countries within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, each with their own parliament. In addition they enjoy autonomy in taxation matters as well as having their own currencies. The French constitution recognises three