Eight European nations have declared solidarity with Denmark and Greenland following US takeover rhetoric and the imposition of new tariffs. The diplomatic row escalated when the US government placed 10% duties on imports from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and other allied countries.
A joint Nordic statement on Greenland's status was issued on January 6 by the foreign ministers of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. The coordinated response signals a significant hardening of European positions against what officials describe as economic pressure tactics.
Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide told reporters at the Storting that Norway stands firmly with its Nordic neighbors. "This is about principles of sovereignty and the rules-based international order we've built together," Eide stated. He confirmed Norway would participate in any coordinated European response.
The US tariffs directly impact key Norwegian exports, including seafood from northern fjords and specialized maritime equipment. Industry analysts are assessing potential effects on Norway's sovereign wealth fund investments and broader energy market stability.
Solidarity statements from the eight nations have set the stage for further diplomatic actions. Sources indicate formal responses and potential countermeasures could be announced within the next 48 hours. The situation remains fluid with officials monitoring developments closely from government buildings in Oslo and other European capitals.