MEPs across parties say approving a trade pact with Washington would reward Donald Trump’s threats toward Greenland and undermine EU credibility.
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Moneycontrol09-01-2026, 21:04

EU Lawmakers Push to Freeze US Trade Deal Amid Trump's Greenland Threats

  • Senior European Parliament lawmakers are advocating to freeze the EU–US trade deal.
  • The push comes after US President Donald Trump renewed threats over Greenland, which lawmakers view as territorial intimidation.
  • The trade deal, already controversial, faces resistance from center-left, liberal, green, and left-wing political groups.
  • Key figures like Anna Cavazzini and Brando Benifei indicate strong opposition, stating MEPs are unlikely to approve trade measures benefiting the US.
  • Danish MEP Per Clausen circulated a letter to freeze parliamentary work, arguing approval would reward Trump's actions.

Why It Matters: European lawmakers are moving to freeze the EU-US trade deal, citing Trump's Greenland threats.

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