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EU Plans Tariffs Against U.S. After Greenland Dispute

Date
2026-01-18
Category
Finance
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On January 17, 2026, European Union capitals prepared a package of tariffs and market restrictions worth up to 93 billion euros aimed at the United States in response to President Donald Trump’s proposal related to Greenland. EU leaders deliberated the measures as a way to increase leverage ahead of discussions at the World Economic Forum in Davos, reflecting rising transatlantic tensions over trade and geopolitical strategy.

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