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Trump Shifts Greenland Strategy, Praises NATO Chief in Davos Talks

US President Donald Trump, meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte in Davos, announced a shift in approach to acquiring Greenland, focusing on a negotiated framework rather than strong-arm tactics. He stated the move was for national and international security, claiming it would benefit both the US and Europe. As part of the prospective deal, Trump has halted tariffs scheduled for February 1st and discussed building the "Golden Dome" on the island. The negotiations will be led by Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, reporting directly to Trump.

Key Points: Trump Outlines Greenland Framework with NATO's Rutte

  • Framework for Greenland deal formed
  • Planned Feb 1 tariffs halted
  • US seeks Arctic security presence
  • NATO reaffirms support for US
  • Golden Dome construction discussed
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Trump dials down on Greenland; tells NATO Secy General, "Better if we have Greenland"

Trump dials down rhetoric, forms framework for a Greenland deal with NATO's Mark Rutte, halting planned tariffs and discussing Arctic security.

"Price of safety... it is better that we have Greenland than it is without - Donald Trump"

Davos, January 22

After weeks of strong-arm tactics and rhetoric on the issue of getting control of Greenland, US President Trump appears to have settled down. On Wednesday night, the US President met with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and spoke of why the US wants to have a presence in the Arctic Island.

"Price of safety for national and international security; it is better that we have Greenland than it is without, it's going to be better for Europe and us," Trump said when asked if he sees a price for Greenland.

"We want Greenland only for security, not for anything else; even Mark wants security for NATO and beyond," he added.

Trump also heaped praise on Rutte's work, and later in his post on Truth Social said the framework for a future deal on Greenland was done.

Donald Trump said, "He (Mark Rutte) is doing a fantastic job. We will be talking about many things. We lifted GDP from 2% to 5% together...The trip has been amazing so far"

In reply, Rutte assured Trump of Europe's unflinching support in the event of any likely military act against the US.

"If ever US is under attack, your allies will be with you, be absolutely assured," said the NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte.

That was followed by a post on Truth Social by Trump which detailed some of the highlights of a prospective deal, including the US building the Golden Dome on Greenland.

"Based upon a very productive meeting that I have had with the Secretary General of NATO, Mark Rutte, we have formed the framework of a future deal with respect to Greenland and, in fact, the entire Arctic Region. This solution, if consummated, will be a great one for the United States of America, and all NATO Nations. Based upon this understanding, I will not be imposing the Tariffs that were scheduled to go into effect on February 1st. Additional discussions are being held concerning The Golden Dome as it pertains to Greenland. Further information will be made available as discussions progress. Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, and various others, as needed, will be responsible for the negotiations -- They will report directly to me," he posted.

Part of the prospective deal on Greenland includes renegotiating the 1951 agreement that formalized US military presence on the island, CNN reported.

Separately, a NATO official told CNN the alliance discussed the possibility of Denmark allowing the US to build more military bases on land considered sovereign US territory.

- ANI

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Priya S
"We want Greenland only for security" – sounds familiar. How many times have powerful nations used that line before? 🤔 While I understand the strategic importance, it feels like a colonial mindset wrapped in modern security jargon. Hope Denmark and the people of Greenland have a real say in this.
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Rohit P
The Golden Dome? What is this, a real estate deal or foreign policy? 😂 On a serious note, the renegotiation of the 1951 agreement is a big deal. It shows the US is serious about long-term dominance in the region. India must strengthen its own Arctic policy and partnerships.
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Aditi M
As an Indian, my main concern is how this affects global stability. A more militarized Arctic increases tensions. We need stable trade routes and partnerships. I respectfully disagree with the aggressive posturing. Diplomacy should be the first, middle, and last option, not threats and tariffs.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the immediate link to tariffs being lifted. It's all transactional. For Europe's sake, I hope Rutte secured good terms. The assurance of support "if the US is under attack" is standard NATO, but framing it around a Greenland deal feels odd.
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Karthik V
The strategic game is heating up! With new shipping routes opening in the Arctic, controlling Greenland is like controlling a future Suez or Malacca Strait. India has scientific missions there; we must ensure our interests in research and potential economic activities are protected amidst this great power play.

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