Starmer Pushes Back Against Greenland Tariff Threat as ‘Completely Wrong’

New York Times - World DiplomaticNews ReportEN 3 min read 100% complete by Lizzie DeardenJanuary 19, 2026 at 11:32 AM

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer publicly opposed President Trump's threat of tariffs against European nations over the potential acquisition of Greenland. Starmer stated on Monday that such tariffs were "completely wrong" and not in anyone's interest, emphasizing that Greenland's future should be decided solely by its people and Denmark. He communicated his views to Trump in a phone call on Sunday, highlighting the importance of alliances based on respect and partnership. Starmer also defended the presence of British military personnel in Greenland as part of a NATO mission focused on security concerns related to Russia. Trump's tariff threats have faced widespread condemnation in Britain, including from political allies.

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Starmer ruled out the imposition of retaliatory tariffs on American goods.

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Several NATO allies released a joint statement with Denmark decrying the tariff threats.

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Britain sent a military officer to Greenland last week as part of a mission involving troops from other nations.

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Starmer said a tariff war between the U.S. and European nations over Greenland was “not in anybody’s interests”.

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President Trump threatened to raise tariffs on several European nations over the issue of acquiring Greenland.

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Germany 30% France 30% Reform U.K. 30% Nigel Farage 40% NATO 50% London 50% United States 70% Denmark ×270% Britain ×370% Donald Trump ×580% Keir Starmer ×690% Greenland ×895%

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greenland 100% tariff war 90% keir starmer 80% donald trump 70% nato allies 60% international cooperation 60% british prime minister 50% foreign policy 40%