France's President Emmanuel Macron attends the 56th annual World Economic Forum (WEF) meeting in Davos. (Image: Reuters)
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Moneycontrol21-01-2026, 10:51

Macron Slams Trump's Tariff Threats: Europe Won't Bow to Bullies

  • French President Emmanuel Macron criticized US President Donald Trump's tariff threats, stating Europe would not be intimidated.
  • Macron emphasized Europe's commitment to national sovereignty, multilateral institutions, and international law at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
  • He rejected the idea of Europe passively accepting the 'law of the strongest' and warned against 'vassalization'.
  • Macron highlighted Trump's threats of punitive tariffs and controversial territorial ambitions, including acquiring Greenland, as unacceptable.
  • He asserted that Europe prefers respect over bullying and the rule of law over brutality, hinting at potential EU trade sanctions.

Why It Matters: Macron firmly stated Europe's refusal to yield to Trump's tariff threats and territorial ambitions, advocating for respect and rule of law.

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