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Joint Statement by Eight European Nations Threatening Tariffs by Trump: 'Strengthening Security in the Arctic'

Published January 18, 2026, 14:16

Eight European nations (France, Germany, Denmark, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Norway, Sweden, and Finland) have issued a joint statement condemning Donald Trump's threats to impose tariffs due to their stance on the issue of Greenland. The countries emphasize that the threats undermine transatlantic relations and commit to strengthening security in the Arctic. Denmark and the people of Greenland have the full solidarity of the eight nations, who are ready for dialogue based on sovereignty and territorial integrity. The European Union is considering the implementation of economic countermeasures.