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Taking action inspired by TV series guards, Denmark's foreign ministry has created a night watch unit—not guarding against fantasy threats, but to track Donald Trump while Denmark sleeps.

This night watch starts at 5pm local time each day and ends with a summary produced at 7am, which is then distributed throughout the Danish government and concerned offices covering what was said and developments taking place.

The role is understood to have been established in the wake of the diplomatic row between Copenhagen and the US regarding Greenland this spring, when the American leader threatened taking control of the strategic territory.

Observers note that this initiative is one of multiple examples of how Denmark's foreign policy and its civil service have had to adjust to the changed landscape of the Trump's current term.

A source familiar with the foreign office stated, “It is fair to say that the situation in Greenland and the time zone gap separating Denmark and the United States were a significant reason prompting this system during the spring.”

Instead of all staff having to promptly check their devices to stay informed on updates from the US, the ministry said it had made a coordinated approach to remain informed on the president's actions.

Jacob Kaarsbo, a former senior analyst at the Danish defence intelligence agency, stated that this move demonstrated, “as we have always known,” that the idea of the US as Denmark's primary ally was no longer valid. “Partnerships are built on common values and a mutual view of threats,” Kaarsbo said. “The president lacks both of those with Denmark and it can be said he doesn't share it with most Europeans.”