22.01.2026 00:46
US President Donald Trump made a statement regarding Greenland after meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in Davos. Trump said, "We have established a framework for an agreement regarding the future of Greenland and, in fact, the entire Arctic region. Under this agreement, I will not implement the tariffs that are planned to come into effect on February 1."
U.S. President Donald Trump stated, "Based on my very constructive meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, we have established a framework for an agreement regarding the future of Greenland and, in fact, the entire Arctic region. Under this agreement, I will not implement the customs tariffs planned to take effect on February 1."
TRUMP MET WITH RUTTE
U.S. President Donald Trump and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte met on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum (WEF) held in the town of Davos in the Swiss Alps. Trump said regarding his meeting with Rutte, "We will discuss various issues. Greenland will also be on our agenda."
"WE HAVE ESTABLISHED THE FRAMEWORK FOR THE GREENLAND AGREEMENT"
Trump later announced on his social media account that an important agreement regarding the future of Greenland was reached during his meeting with Rutte. Trump said: "Based on my very constructive meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, we have established a framework for an agreement regarding the future of Greenland and, in fact, the entire Arctic region."
"I WILL NOT IMPLEMENT CUSTOMS TARIFFS"
If this solution is implemented, it will be very positive for the U.S. and all NATO countries. Under this agreement, I will not implement the customs tariffs planned to take effect on February 1."
"ADDITIONAL DISCUSSIONS REGARDING THE IRON DOME ARE CONTINUING"
Trump emphasized that discussions regarding the "Iron Dome" defense system, which is of high importance for U.S. national security, are also ongoing. The U.S. President stated, "Additional discussions regarding the Iron Dome concerning Greenland are continuing. More information will be shared as discussions progress. Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, U.S. Special Representative for the Middle East Steve Witkoff, and others as needed will be responsible for the negotiations. They will report directly to me."
10% CUSTOMS TAX SANCTION ON EIGHT EUROPEAN COUNTRIES
In a statement made on January 17, Trump indicated that sanctions would be imposed due to the attitudes of Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland regarding the U.S. efforts to acquire Greenland. U.S. President Trump stated, "As of February 2026, a 10% customs tax will be applied to all products sent to the U.S. from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland. This rate will increase to 25% on June 1, 2026. This application will remain in effect and must be paid until an agreement is reached for the complete and full purchase of Greenland."