Trump Blinks at Davos: Europe Forces Greenland Climbdown
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News18•24-01-2026, 08:57
Trump Blinks at Davos: Europe Forces Greenland Climbdown
- •Donald Trump abandoned his demand for Greenland's sovereignty after facing unified European resistance at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
- •European leaders signaled unified NATO resistance, trade retaliation, and economic consequences, including potential tariffs and a halt to US-EU trade talks.
- •Trump initially demanded full ownership of Greenland but later shifted to a "framework of a deal" focusing on access and cooperation.
- •The US also faced the threat of a trade 'Bazooka' from the EU and potential sell-offs of US government bonds by European holders.
- •Despite aggressive rhetoric and brinkmanship, the outcome effectively reverted to the status quo, with Greenland's sovereignty intact.
Why It Matters: Trump backed down on Greenland demands after Europe's unified economic and diplomatic pressure at Davos.
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