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Trump Threatens Tariffs on Denmark Over Greenland Sale

1/11/2025

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President-elect Donald Trump issued a bold warning of hefty tariffs on Denmark if the country declines to sell Greenland. This move could jeopardize U.S. access to vital Danish exports, including the sought-after diabetes and weight-loss drugs, Ozempic and Wegovy. Denmark may retaliate, risking a trade war that could drive up prices for American consumers.

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President-elect Donald Trump issued a bold warning of hefty tariffs on Denmark if the country declines to sell Greenland. This move could jeopardize U.S. access to vital Danish exports, including the sought-after diabetes and weight-loss drugs, Ozempic and Wegovy. Denmark may retaliate, risking a trade war that could drive up prices for American consumers.