France, Sweden defy Trump over Greenland tariff threat
France and Sweden have pushed back against a new 10 percent tariff threat from US President Donald Trump, insisting they won't be intimidated over their opposition to his proposed takeover of Greenland. Reacting on Saturday, French President Emmanuel Macron reaffirmed France’s commitment to Greenland’s sovereignty, describing the tariff threat as unacceptable. He said Europe would respond in a united and coordinated manner if the measures are confirmed. Macron noted that France’s involvement in Denmark-led activities in Greenland stems from Arctic security concerns and Europe’s borders, and that intimidation will not sway Paris. Similarly, Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson called the US action blackmail, stressing that decisions on Greenland rest solely with Denmark and Greenland. Sweden is consulting with other EU countries, Norway, and the UK for a coordinated response. Trump recently imposed 10 percent tariffs on eight European countries, including Sweden, over their opposition to his Greenland plans, which Denmark and several European nations have strongly resisted. The issue highlights growing transatlantic tensions over territorial sovereignty and trade policy.