DAVOS, Switzerland (AP) — European leaders and California Gov. Gavin Newsom have expressed strong concerns at the World Economic Forum over the Greenland crisis and global trade issues. On Tuesday, French President Emmanuel Macron warned against a “new colonial approach” that could harm international collaboration. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen criticized proposed U.S. tariffs, emphasizing the importance of maintaining alliances. In a blunt statement, Newsom urged leaders to stand firm against U.S. President Donald Trump’s actions, calling for more decisive diplomacy. The forum in Davos, Switzerland, highlighted tensions between the U.S. and Europe over trade and territorial sovereignty.
(Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.)