Oslo, Jan 20: Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store confirmed receiving a message from former U.S. President Donald Trump in which Trump linked the Nobel Peace Prize snub to his stance on global politics, Greenland, and potential tariffs against European nations.
Store clarified that Norway’s government does not decide Nobel laureates, a responsibility that lies entirely with an independent Nobel Committee.
“I have clearly explained, including to President Trump, what is well known: the prize is awarded by an independent Nobel Committee and not the Norwegian Government,” Store said.
The exchange followed a joint message from Store and Finland’s President Alexander Stubb, sent earlier to oppose Trump’s announced tariff hikes against Norway, Finland, and other countries. Trump’s response, which he shared with other NATO leaders, tied the Nobel snub to his broader views on alliances and global decision making.
“Considering your Country decided not to give me the Nobel Peace Prize for having stopped 8 Wars PLUS, I no longer feel an obligation to think purely of Peace… but can now think about what is good and proper for the United States of America,” Trump wrote, according to Store.
The message also referenced Greenland, questioning Denmark’s historical and legal claim over the island and raising security concerns regarding Russia and China. Trump asserted that “The World is not secure unless we have Complete and Total Control of Greenland.”
Store reiterated Norway’s support for Denmark’s sovereignty over Greenland and highlighted the role of NATO in maintaining Arctic security:
“Norway’s position on Greenland is clear. Greenland is part of the Kingdom of Denmark, and Norway fully supports Denmark on this matter. We also support NATO in strengthening security and stability in the Arctic,” Store said.
Trump has previously threatened 10% tariffs on the UK and EU countries if Greenland is not made available for U.S. acquisition, intensifying tensions with European allies.