The EU spokeswoman stated that the sovereignty of states have to be revered in response to Trump's threats towards Greenland. The EU recalled Article 42.7, which gives for help to member states within the occasion of an armed assault.
EU Spokesperson for International Affairs and Safety Coverage Anita Hipper stated that the sovereignty of states have to be revered, however refused to delve into US President-elect Donald Trump's statements on Greenland.
That is reported by UNN on the subject of B.T.
The day earlier than, Trump stated that he couldn’t rule out using financial or navy coercion to determine management over the Panama Canal and Greenland.
We won’t go into particular statements. In precept, the sovereignty of states have to be revered. That is additionally our diplomatic worth and a key precept by which we work. This additionally applies to Denmark
– stated Anita Hipper, EU Spokesperson for International Affairs and Safety Coverage.
Amongst different issues, Trump threatened Denmark with a particular tariff if Denmark doesn’t conform to promote Greenland to the US. EU financial safety spokesperson Olof Gill additionally downplayed Trump's statements.
Let's scale it again a bit right here. We're speaking about pretty hypothetical issues right here and about an administration that hasn't taken workplace but
– Gill stated.
Gill emphasizes that the EU was ready for the truth that the US presidential election in November might finish in a number of methods – and that this additionally applies to the commerce side.
Greenland is just not a member of the EU, however is linked to the EU by a particular settlement on the affiliation of overseas nations and territories.
Nevertheless, Article 42.7 of the Treaty on European Union applies to Greenland, stated chief spokesperson Paula Pinho at a press convention.
The article states that if a Member State is subjected to an armed assault on its territory, different Member States shall, in accordance with Article 51 of the Constitution of the United Nations, render to that Member State all the help and assist inside their respective capabilities.
Even though the article could also be relevant, it’s “a really hypothetical query
– Pinho emphasised.
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In his Christmas posts on social media, President-elect Donald Trump drew consideration to Canada, Greenland, and the Panama Canal, hinting at the potential of their management by the US.
Donald Trump Jr. landed in Greenland on Tuesday, simply weeks after his father, President-elect Donald Trump, reiterated his want to realize management of the autonomous Danish territory.