Global News Podcast Trump hints at possible Greenland deal at Davos
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Jan 21, 2026 
In this engaging discussion, Sarah Smith, BBC's North America editor, analyzes Trump's cheeky comments on potentially striking a Greenland deal while at Davos. Technology correspondents Lily Jamali and Pete Ross delve into Snapchat's recent settlement over addiction claims and the implications of a new robotic hand that outperforms humans. Additionally, an intriguing excerpt features Rosamund Young discussing Veronica the cow, demonstrating that these animals possess tool-using skills and intelligence, challenging common perceptions of livestock.
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Ambiguous Greenland Compromise
- Donald Trump suggested a compromise over Greenland that would "make everyone happy" without specifying details.
- Sarah Smith warns it's unclear whether that means a genuine deal or maximalist bargaining ahead of Davos meetings.
Deal-Making Style Versus Greenland Stakes
- Sarah Smith notes Trump often makes maximal demands then settles for less, a familiar negotiation style.
- She warns Greenland is different because he already can station forces under treaties but insists on ownership.
Economic Integration Under Strain
- Mark Carney and others warn of a rupture in global integration and economic coercion by great powers.
- The concern frames Trump's actions as part of a wider threat to the rules-based order.
