Trump ‘confronting status quo powers’ at WEF in Davos, says analyst

0 January 21, 2026 00:22

Tensions over Greenland are expected to overshadow the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. United States President Donald Trump is set to head there on Wednesday (Jan 21), facing potential confrontations with European allies. He has vowed to hit Europe with tariffs of up to 25 per cent unless Greenland is ceded to America, while European Union leaders have vowed to stay firm against Washington’s threats. Jon Lieber, managing director at political risk consultancy Eurasia Group, tells CNA’s Asia First that a “very confrontational” US delegation is heading to Davos.

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