US President Donald Trump stated that he would not resort to the use of military force to gain control of Greenland. Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, Trump emphasized that no other nation could secure the Danish territory except the United States. He described his interest in acquiring Greenland as a diplomatic pursuit rather than a military endeavor.
During his address, Trump characterized the potential acquisition of Greenland as a minor request for a piece of land, downplaying the significance of the issue. He assured that such a move would not pose a threat to the NATO alliance, of which both Denmark and the US are members. Trump expressed his belief in the United States’ capabilities as a major global power, emphasizing the need for immediate negotiations regarding Greenland.
In his speech, Trump criticized Canada for not showing enough gratitude towards the US, contrasting it with Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent speech warning about disruptions to the US-led global system. Trump also took a swipe at French President Macron, who had cautioned against US efforts to dominate Europe.
The NATO leadership has cautioned that Trump’s pursuit of Greenland could disrupt the alliance, while Danish and Greenlandic leaders have proposed various ways to enhance US presence on the strategic island. Despite facing challenges, Trump remains determined to explore opportunities for cooperation with Ukrainian President Zelensky and Russian President Putin to resolve ongoing conflicts.
Following Trump’s announcement that force would not be used in acquiring Greenland, Wall Street stocks responded positively, opening higher on the news.