France, Jan. 21 -- "We would get nothing unless I used overwhelming strength and force, which would make us unstoppable. But I don't have to use force. I don't want to use force. I won't use force," he said.

Discussion on Greenland

Trump's determination to claim the territory has overshadowed the run-up to the annual gathering of the world's leading economists, politicians and intellectuals.

"It is only the United States that can protect this vast landmass, this enormous sheet of ice," Trump added.

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"That is why I am seeking immediate negotiations to reopen discussions on the acquisition of Greenland by the United States."

The 79-year-old also issued a warnin...