European Union leaders on Saturday warned against US President Donald Trump’s threat to impose tariffs on European countries until he has achieved his purchase of Greenland.
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EU chief Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa, president of the European Council, issued the joint statement hours after Trump threatened multiple European nations with tariffs of up to 25 percent.
“Tariffs would undermine transatlantic relations and risk a dangerous downward spiral,” they wrote in a post on social media.
“Europe will remain united, coordinated, and committed to upholding its sovereignty,” they added.
The statement came days after Danish and Greenlandic officials held talks in Washington over Trump’s bid to acquire the territory, without reaching agreement.
“The EU stands in full solidarity with Denmark and the people of Greenland,” said the EU statement.
“Dialogue remains essential, and we are committed to building on the process begun already last week between the Kingdom of Denmark and the US.”
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European Union leaders have cautioned against US President Donald Trump’s threat of imposing tariffs on European countries until he secures the purchase of Greenland. EU chief Ursula von der Leyen and Antonio Costa, president of the European Council, issued a joint statement expressing concerns over the potential tariffs of up to 25 percent. They emphasized that such tariffs could harm transatlantic relations and lead to a negative spiral. The EU remains united and committed to preserving its sovereignty. The statement followed talks between Danish and Greenlandic officials in Washington, which did not result in an agreement. The EU expressed full support for Denmark and the people of Greenland, highlighting the importance of ongoing dialogue and cooperation between Denmark and the US.
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