Trade deals claimed to cover roughly 40 % of U.S. commerce Trump told the Davos audience that agreements with South Korea, Japan and the European Union involve about 40 % of American trade, link the world’s largest corporations, and are driving global growth and stock‑market gains[1][2].

Investment commitments linked to 15 % reciprocal tariffs He specified that Seoul, Tokyo and the EU pledged $350 billion, $550 billion and $600 billion respectively, in exchange for the United States lowering tariffs to a uniform 15 % level[1].

Greenland acquisition presented as non‑military Trump argued the United States can secure Greenland without force, citing its WWII trustee history, strategic location between Russia and China, and rare‑earth resources; the White House, however, signaled that military options remain on the table[1][2].

Maduro capture cited to demonstrate American reach He referenced a recent Venezuelan operation that captured Nicolás Maduro as proof of U.S. influence, using it to contrast his administration’s assertiveness with President Biden’s policies[1][2].