Europe’s New Push for Power After the Greenland Moment

France Urges Europe to Brace for U.S. Tensions

A recent meeting in Paris saw French President Emmanuel Macron warn that the calm following disputes over Greenland does not signal a drop in tension with the United States. He urged European leaders to prepare for further confrontations, stressing that any clear act of aggression should not be met with submission or endless talks.

Key points from Macron’s speech:

• U.S. Hostility: The president accused Washington of openly acting against Europe and attempting to weaken the bloc.
• Digital Rules at Risk: Macron predicted that the U.S. will soon target the EU’s Digital Services Act, possibly imposing tariffs in retaliation.
• Economic Independence: He called for a joint borrowing plan—akin to eurobonds—to give Europe more financial leverage and reduce dependence on the U.S. dollar.
• Strategic Positioning: The goal is to strengthen Europe’s stance against both America and China.

EU leaders are set to convene in Brussels soon, where they will discuss boosting the European economy and safeguarding it from external pressures. This meeting comes as Europe seeks to assert itself as a genuine global player.