Danish PM: Europe Won't Be Blackmailed by Trump's Greenland Tariff Threats

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News18•18-01-2026, 21:39
Danish PM: Europe Won't Be Blackmailed by Trump's Greenland Tariff Threats
- •Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stated Europe will not be "blackmailed" by US President Donald Trump's tariff threats over Greenland.
- •Trump threatened 10% tariffs from February 1, rising to 25% by June 1, on goods from eight European countries unless a deal for Greenland's purchase is reached.
- •Frederiksen reported "great support" from allies, including the UK, France, and Germany, emphasizing Europe's united stance.
- •The Danish PM highlighted that the dispute extends beyond Denmark's borders and reiterated their commitment to cooperation, not conflict.
- •Eight targeted European countries issued a joint statement condemning Trump's threats as undermining transatlantic relations and risking a "dangerous downward spiral."
Why It Matters: Danish PM Mette Frederiksen asserts Europe's unity against Trump's Greenland-related tariff threats.
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