Finnish foreign and security policy sources stated that Finland will prioritize unity with Nordic countries ahead of pleasing U.S. President Donald Trump should it have to choose sides on the Greenland dispute, according to a report by IL published between 9:17 p.m. and 10:16 p.m. UTC on January 17, 2026. The IL report specified, "According to foreign and security policy sources, Finland will put the unity of the Nordic countries ahead of pleasing Donald Trump, should Finland have to choose a side on the Greenland issue." This stance aligns with Finland's President Alexander Stubb's X post earlier on January 17, stating, "Among allies, issues are best resolved through discussion, not through pressure. Strengthening Arctic security together with allies is very important for Finland. This is also the purpose of the Danish-led and allied-coordinated action in Greenland. European countries stand united. We emphasize the principles of territorial integrity and sovereignty. We support Denmark and Greenland. Dialogue with the United States continues. Tariffs would undermine the transatlantic relationship and risk a dangerous downward spiral," according to https://x.com/alexstubb/status/2012618082523418831. These developments follow U.S. President Donald Trump's January 17 announcement of 10% tariffs starting February 1 on Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the UK, the Netherlands, and Finland, rising to 25% on June 1 until a Greenland purchase deal, as European leaders including Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre have condemned the measures over the past several hours, per Bloomberg and prior statements.
