Trump says he could impose tariffs on countries that oppose his goal of acquiring Greenland
Key Points:
- President Trump stated he may impose tariffs on countries that do not support the U.S. taking control of Greenland, citing national security concerns, but did not specify which countries could be targeted.
- A bipartisan congressional delegation recently met with Danish and Greenlandic leaders in Copenhagen to discuss Trump's efforts, but officials from Greenland, Denmark, and major U.S. allies have rejected the proposal.
- Trump has intensified his push for Greenland, warning that Russia and China are increasing their presence in the Arctic, and has not ruled out military action, though he prefers diplomatic solutions or potentially purchasing Greenland for up to $700 billion.
- Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen emphasized that Greenland's acquisition is not in Denmark's interest, but both sides agreed