Trump Greenland tariff threat 2026: A fracture in the Transatlantic Alliance
On Jan 20, 2026, Trump's Greenland tariff threat sparked chaos at Davos. Explore how this move is dismantling the transatlantic alliance and shifting global power dynamics.
They're shaking hands, but the fists are clenched behind their backs. On January 20, 2026, President Donald Trump escalated geopolitical tensions by threatening tariffs over the acquisition of Greenland. According to NPR, this move is causing long-standing transatlantic alliances to fray at the seams.
Davos elites steel for the Trump Greenland tariff threat
Attendees at the World Economic Forum in Davos find themselves in the crosshairs of a major global disruption. It's not just the heightened security in the Swiss Alps causing jitters; it's the potential collapse of the existing world order. As the Trump administration leverages economic tools to force territorial discussions, business leaders and policymakers are bracing for impact.
Arctic ambitions vs. European sovereignty
While the U.S. justifies the pressure as a means to secure critical minerals and Arctic shipping lanes, Denmark and the European Union maintain that sovereignty isn't for sale. This economic coercion doesn't just threaten trade; it casts a shadow over the future of NATO and collective Western security.
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