Trump Arrives in Switzerland, Set to Confront Global Leaders at Davos
President Donald Trump touched down in Switzerland on Wednesday morning, just hours before his scheduled speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos. His arrival follows a brief mechanical delay that forced his initial flight to return to Joint Base Andrews in Maryland. After switching aircraft, Trump landed in Zurich and then flew by helicopter to Davos.
Trump is expected to address major issues during his appearance, including the escalating standoff over Greenland and the ongoing crisis in Venezuela. In a brief statement before his departure, Trump said, “I believe it will be very successful, the trip. The country’s never done better. We’ve never had anything like it.” He cited economic gains and low gas prices as evidence of American strength under his leadership.
The president is joined in Davos by a senior delegation, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller, and Director of the National Economic Council Kevin Hassett.
Trump’s Greenland push has become a flashpoint in his foreign policy agenda. He confirmed a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, who praised Trump for his recent successes in Syria, Gaza, and Ukraine. “I am committed to finding a way forward on Greenland,” Rutte reportedly told the president.
Meanwhile, European leaders have grown increasingly hostile to Trump’s Arctic ambitions. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer declared, “Britain will not yield on our principles and values about the future of Greenland under threats of tariffs.” French President Emmanuel Macron also pushed back, urging Trump to meet with world leaders in Paris instead and questioning Trump’s new “Board of Peace” for Gaza.
Trump didn’t hold back. In response to Macron’s refusal to join the board, Trump warned of a potential 200% tariff on French wine and champagne. “Nobody wants him because he’s going to be out of office very soon,” Trump said.
The president reiterated that Greenland remains a top priority. “There can be no going back,” he posted on Truth Social. “Greenland is imperative for National and World Security.”
While NATO officials like Rutte urged a continued focus on Ukraine, Trump emphasized that Greenland is central to America’s long-term strategic interests. With new tariffs set to hit eight European countries by February 1, Trump made clear that his America First doctrine is alive and well — and that he’s prepared to take on any world leader who stands in the way.