Leaders from Europe to Latin America are closely monitoring US President Donald Trump's actions during his first week in office. The flurry of executive orders, crackdown on immigration, and tough rhetoric have prompted responses from around the globe.
Latin America and the Caribbean
Leaders in Latin America and the Caribbean are gearing up for an urgent regional bloc meeting to address migration and other pressing issues. Honduran President Xiomara Castro, current head of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (CELAC), called for the meeting following a request from Colombian President Gustavo Petro amid a diplomatic dispute with Trump over migrant deportation flights.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is expected to participate remotely due to health reasons, while Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is considering attendance pending further details.
European Response
The European Union's foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, emphasized that the EU stands firm on not negotiating the sovereignty of Greenland, in response to Trump's expressed interest in gaining control over the Arctic island. Kallas reiterated the EU's support for Denmark and Greenland, stating that the EU does not engage in negotiations regarding their territorial integrity.
Trump's previous statements regarding US control of Greenland have been met with resistance from both Greenland and Denmark, who have adamantly stated that the island is not for sale.
Kallas highlighted the need for European unity in the face of the United States' evolving foreign policy approach, emphasizing the importance of solidarity among EU member states.
