Keir Starmer issued stark tariff warning after joint statement with EU declaring 'solidarity' against Donald Trump
Keir Starmer warns Britain of tariff threats following EU solidarity statement against Trump.
On 18 January 2026, UK Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer issued a stark tariff warning following a joint statement with European Union officials that declared solidarity against former U.S. President Donald Trump. The statement, released from Brussels, cites escalating trade tensions and urges Britain to scrutinise tariffs on imports linked to “Greenland” policy moves. Starmer, who reiterated his solidarity stance in a televised interview, warns that the policy could inflict serious harm on the British economy. EU leaders expressed concern over the potential for punitive measures, while the UK Trade Secretary pledged to negotiate protective measures to shield British exporters from over‑imposed duties. The incident follows Trump’s recent demands for stricter trade sanctions against EU member states.
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