The Globalist Will anyone stand up to Donald Trump at Davos?
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Jan 21, 2026 Joining the discussion are Carlotta Ribello, a Senior foreign correspondent at Monocle reporting from Davos, and Chris Chermak, Senior News Editor at Monocle. They delve into Trump's anticipated appearance at the World Economic Forum and the implications of his recent comments on Greenland. The guests explore the pushback from European leaders against Trump's narrative and what it might mean for transatlantic relations. They also touch on the tragic train crash in Spain and the heightened security measures surrounding Davos.
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Greenland Dominates Davos Agenda
- Donald Trump's Greenland comments have dominated Davos discussions even before his arrival.
- European leaders framed a united, muscular response to US unilateralism at the World Economic Forum.
Heightened Security And Disruption Expected
- Carlotta Ribello reported Davos has heightened security and a large US delegation preparing for Trump's arrival.
- Organisers warned of extra checks and possible internet disruption when the president lands.
America First Could Shrink US Influence
- Mark Edelman argued Trump's America First posture risks making the US appear smaller internationally.
- He noted leaders like Mark Carney suggested China may be a more reliable trading partner than the US in some areas.