President Trump said early Tuesday he has agreed to meet with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte and other European allies at this week’s World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, to discuss the future of Greenland.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump said he had a “very good telephone call” with Rutte about Greenland.
“I agreed to a meeting of the various parties in Davos, Switzerland. As I expressed to everyone, very plainly, Greenland is imperative for National and World Security,” he continued. “There can be no going back — On that, everyone agrees!”
Trump argued that American strength remains the key to global stability and deterrence.
“The United States of America is the most powerful Country anywhere on the Globe, by far. Much of the reason for this is a rebuilding of our Military during my First Term, which rebuilding continues at even more expedited pace,” the president added. “We are the only POWER that can ensure PEACE throughout the World — And it is done, quite simply, through STRENGTH!”
In a separate post, Trump shared a screenshot of what he said was a text exchange with Rutte, in which the NATO chief praised the president’s handling of Syria as “incredible.”
“I will use my media engagements in Davos to highlight your work there, in Gaza, and in Ukraine,” Rutte wrote, according to the screenshot.
“I am committed to finding a way forward with you on Greenland. Can’s wait to see you,” he added.
The posts came during a late-night surge of messages from Trump as he prepares to travel to Davos on Tuesday.
European leaders have pushed back on Trump’s interest in acquiring Greenland from Denmark, despite growing concerns about security in the Arctic and expanding competition from foreign powers. Trump and his administration have argued that the mineral-rich Arctic island is essential to U.S. national security interests and have not ruled out using military force to take control of the territory.
