World Economic Forum Leaders Clash Over Greenland Crisis and Global Trade

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, leaders expressed concerns over US President Donald Trump's bid to seize Greenland, highlighting tensions in global trade and diplomacy. European and Canadian leaders called for unity and warned against modern colonial tactics, while the California governor criticized global leaders for complacency.

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, tensions flared as world leaders confronted the Greenland crisis and apprehensions over global trade policies. The discussions were sparked by US President Donald Trump's controversial stance on Greenland.

French President Emmanuel Macron criticized recent strategies as modern colonialism, while California Gov. Gavin Newsom urged leaders to reject complacency and stand firm against such approaches. Meanwhile, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney encouraged middle powers to unite against great power domination.

Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever voiced concerns over Europe's future standing, while European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stressed the importance of maintaining alliances to prevent adversarial gains amid diplomatic upheavals.

(With inputs from agencies.)