EU Nations Unite Against Trump's Greenland Tariffs, Warn of 'Dangerous Downward Spiral'

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Moneycontrol•18-01-2026, 21:03
EU Nations Unite Against Trump's Greenland Tariffs, Warn of 'Dangerous Downward Spiral'
- •Eight European nations, including Britain, Denmark, France, and Germany, pledged unity against Trump's tariff threats over Greenland.
- •Trump threatened 10-25% tariffs on these countries if his goal of acquiring Greenland is not met, citing national security.
- •European leaders condemned the threats as 'unacceptable' and 'completely wrong,' with Denmark calling the announcement a 'surprise'.
- •Protests erupted in Greenland and Denmark, with thousands marching in Nuuk chanting 'Make America Go Away' and 'Greenland is not for sale'.
- •A January 2025 poll shows 85% of Greenlanders oppose joining the United States, indicating strong local defiance.
Why It Matters: European nations stand united against Trump's Greenland tariff threats, emphasizing sovereignty and transatlantic relations.
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