In recent weeks, Europe has witnessed threats from the United States regarding Greenland’s sovereignty. These attempts to intimidate and coerce democratic partners and allies undermine the rules-based international order and signal a worrying shift in global politics.
Greenland is not just a strategic Arctic territory – it is home to people who have a right to self-determination. Decisions about its future belong to Greenlanders themselves, in partnership with Denmark.
Europe must not tolerate blackmail that forces retreat from a global system built on international law. Real allies respect each other’s sovereignty. A confident Europe must respond with unity and consider all instruments available, such as counter-tariffs and the Anti-Coercion Instrument, which can be used when political and economic pressures threaten European interests or decision-making.
European and liberal leaders have expressed unequivocal support to Greenland and Denmark and call for a stronger and united Europe capable to push back against coercion.