Politics1/19/2026•Bloomberg

Starmer Says Trump’s Tariffs Threat ‘Completely Wrong’

Starmer Says Trump’s Tariffs Threat ‘Completely Wrong’

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has strongly criticized US President Donald Trump's threat to impose tariffs on the UK and other European nations over the Greenland issue. Starmer stated that this move is "completely wrong" and that "a trade war is in no one's interests." The remarks were made during a news conference at 10 Downing Street. Starmer's comments come as tensions escalate between the US and its European allies over the ongoing dispute regarding Greenland. The US President has threatened to impose tariffs on the UK and other European countries, which Starmer has deemed as an inappropriate response. The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of maintaining stable trade relations and avoiding a potentially damaging trade war. Starmer's firm stance underscores the UK's position on the Greenland issue and its desire to resolve the situation through diplomatic means, rather than resorting to economic sanctions or retaliatory measures.

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