Greenland’s Sovereignty Must Be Respected, EU Chief Tells US Lawmakers In Davos

Last Updated:January 20, 2026, 07:27 IST

She said the European Union remains ready to continue working closely with the United States, NATO and other allies

EU chief was in conversation with EU lawmakers over Ukraine peace and Greenland issue. (X @vonderleyen)

European Commission President Ursula Von Der Leyen on Tuesday said she raised the need to unequivocally respect the sovereignty of Greenland and the Kingdom of Denmark during discussions with a bipartisan delegation from the United States Congress in Davos.

In a statement after the meeting, von der Leyen said the issue was of “utmost importance" to the transatlantic relationship, underscoring growing sensitivity around Greenland amid wider geopolitical tensions.

The talks with US lawmakers also focused on efforts to achieve a “just and lasting peace" in Ukraine, with von der Leyen stressing that the process requires strong EU–US coordination, ranging from security guarantees to creating a pathway to long-term prosperity.

She said the European Union remains ready to continue working closely with the United States, NATO and other allies, in close cooperation with Denmark, to advance shared security interests.

Von der Leyen also highlighted the importance of transatlantic trade and investment, calling them a major asset for both the EU and US economies. She cautioned that tariffs run counter to these shared interests, signalling concern over protectionist measures that could strain economic ties.

The meeting took place on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos, where global leaders have been holding discussions on security, trade and geopolitical challenges facing Europe and the wider transatlantic alliance.

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