France and Sweden have firmly pushed back against a new tariff threat by United States President Donald Trump, insisting they will not be intimidated or blackmailed over their opposition to any attempt to take over Greenland.
Reacting to the move on Saturday, French President Emmanuel Macron reaffirmed France’s commitment to the sovereignty and independence of nations, including Greenland, an autonomous territory under Denmark. He said France’s foreign policy is guided by respect for international law and the principles of the United Nations Charter.
Macron stressed that France would not be swayed by threats or pressure, whether in relation to Ukraine, Greenland, or any other region. He also described tariff threats as unacceptable, adding that Europe would respond in a united and coordinated manner if the measures were confirmed.
According to him, France’s decision to participate in Denmark-led activities in Greenland is rooted in concerns about Arctic security and Europe’s borders, noting that intimidation would not influence Paris’ stance.
Similarly, Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said Sweden would not give in to what he described as blackmail from the US leadership. He maintained that decisions concerning Greenland rest solely with Denmark and Greenland, not external powers.
Kristersson added that Sweden is consulting closely with other European Union countries, as well as Norway and the United Kingdom, to forge a coordinated response, describing the issue as one that affects the wider EU.
DAILY POST reports that the Trump-led administration recently imposed a fresh 10 percent tariff on eight European countries, including Sweden, over their opposition to the proposed annexation of Greenland.
In recent days, Trump has repeatedly hinted at taking control of Greenland, a move that has drawn strong resistance from Denmark and several European nations.
