US Threatens New Tariffs on UK and NATO Allies Over Greenland
18.01.2026
The US has signalled that it may impose additional tariffs on NATO allies, including the UK, following diplomatic tensions linked to Denmark and Greenland. The comments have raised concerns that geopolitical disputes could escalate into trade measures, with potential implications for transatlantic supply chains and manufacturing trade between the UK and the United States.
This is a developing situation, and Make UK will continue to monitor developments closely and keep members informed of any implications for UK manufacturing.
UK manufacturers are concerned by escalating rhetoric that risks spilling over into trade policy. The UK and US manufacturing sectors are deeply integrated, and any move towards new tariffs would be felt quickly through higher costs, disrupted supply chains and reduced business confidence.
"This is already having a real impact with UK manufacturers planning to reduce exports to the US this year in response to existing tariffs. At a time of global uncertainty, strengthening alliances - not fragmenting them - should be the priority.
