President Donald Trump has indicated he may impose tariffs on countries that do not support his stance on Greenland, heightening tensions over the Arctic territory. The U.S. President has repeatedly emphasized that Greenland, an autonomous region of Denmark, is critical to American national security, citing its strategic location and natural resources.
“I may put a tariff on countries if they don’t go along with Greenland,” Trump told reporters, without providing further details. The statement comes as discussions between the United States, Denmark, and Greenland have so far failed to reach agreement. Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen described recent talks in Washington as “frank and constructive,” but confirmed that fundamental disagreements remain regarding Greenland’s future.
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