Macron Calls Trump's Greenland Tariff Threat Unacceptable, Vows European Unity

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Firstpost•18-01-2026, 01:09
Macron Calls Trump's Greenland Tariff Threat Unacceptable, Vows European Unity
- •French President Emmanuel Macron condemned US President Donald Trump's potential tariff threats over Greenland as "unacceptable."
- •Macron stated that Europe would respond in a united and coordinated way if the tariffs were implemented, emphasizing that "No intimidation or threat will sway us."
- •Trump escalated his demands, threatening up to 25 percent tariffs on several European nations unless his proposed acquisition of Greenland is realized.
- •The dispute highlights growing tensions between Washington and European allies over strategic and economic interests in the Arctic region.
- •Trump's threats, posted on Truth Social, detail a 10% tariff from February 1, increasing to 25% by June 1, 2026, for countries like Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, UK, Netherlands, and Finland until a deal for Greenland is reached.
Why It Matters: Macron rejects Trump's Greenland tariff threats, asserting European unity and a coordinated response.
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