General Mark Rutte may have been instrumental in persuading U.S. President Donald Trump to scrap his threat of tariffs as he presses for control over Greenland.

Trump’s stunning turn on Greenland has once again shone the spotlight on the NATO secretary general, who has emerged as a pivotal figure for a frazzled Europe struggling to get through to the US president.

Trump's appearance at the WEF comes as US allies are increasingly concerned over his plans to take over Greenland. He is also expected to speak about his proposal to create a "Board of Peace." DW has more.

After talks in Davos, Switzerland, Tuesday, U.S. allies warn of a rupture over President Donald Trump’s threat to impose tariffs on countries that don't back his Greenland takeover.

President Trump conceded the U.S. may not end up taking over Greenland, but said he's "getting everything" he wanted out of the Danish territory.

President Donald Trump said he was seeking “immediate negotiations” about the United States acquiring Greenland, but that he did not intend to use force to gain territory, during his speech at the World Economic Forum on Jan.

NATO General Secretary Mark Rutte explained to FOX News' 'Special Report,' that President Trump has pushed NATO countries into increasing their defense spending: MARK RUTTE: As I said this morning and a panel address,