EU calls emergency meeting after Trump threatens tariffs tied to Greenland

The European Council will convene an emergency session in the coming days following US President Donald Trump’s threat to impose tariffs on several European countries unless the United States secures what he described as the “complete and total purchase of Greenland.”

Council President Antonio Costa announced the meeting on Sunday, saying the recent developments require urgent coordination among EU members. He said all member states reaffirmed their commitment to unity, international law, territorial integrity, national sovereignty, and solidarity with Denmark and Greenland.

EU leaders stressed that Trump’s proposed tariffs would damage transatlantic relations and violate existing trade agreements between the United States and the European Union. Costa added that the bloc remains ready to defend against any coercive measures while keeping channels open for constructive engagement with Washington.

Trump’s comments on Saturday outlined plans for 10% tariffs on goods from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the UK, the Netherlands and Finland beginning February 1, increasing to 25% in June without a negotiated agreement over Greenland.

European leaders immediately rejected the tariff ultimatum and voiced support for Denmark. Earlier Sunday, the eight targeted countries released a joint statement condemning the US threat and underscoring their commitment to Arctic security and national sovereignty.