Greenlandic politician and co-founder of the territory's liberal Cooperation Party, Tillie Martinussen

Greenlandic politician and co-founder of the territory's liberal Cooperation Party, Tillie Martinussen, has thanked European countries for standing behind the island as it faced down takeover threats from US President Donald Trump.

"I have to say the Greenlandic people are so grateful to all our European allies as well as Canada. They have really stepped up in this question here and we have seen them learning from past mistakes. And I think that's wonderful. We're very, very happy with the European Union as it is right now and Europe as a whole," she said in an exclusive interview with Euronews Romania.

In recent weeks, Trump said the US must take control of Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark, citing its strategic importance for national security.

Those demands almost brought the transatlantic alliance to collapse, particularly after he threatened punitive tariffs on European countries that rallied around Greenland

Thembisa Fakude – Senior Research Fellow And Director At Africa Asia Dialogues (Afrasid)An urgent diplomatic intervention is awaiting President Donald Trump in Davos after days spent hurling threats at US allies over Greenland. 

Top European officials are planning to use this week’s annual summit of global elites as their staging ground for averting a fast-blooming crisis that has put the continent on edge — and may now threaten the survival of its seven-decade alliance with the United States, three people familiar with the discussions told CNN. 

That push from allies comes as even some in Trump’s orbit have expressed private misgivings over the president’s rhetoric and have sought an off-ramp.

Guest;Claire Waldeck - Attorney at Waldeck Attorneys, Gauteng

Trade marks play a crucial role in the economic landscape, and its significance for businesses operating in and from South Africa cannot be overstated.

A trade mark is a distinctive sign or symbol used in the marketplace to identify and differentiate identical or similar goods or services of one trader from those of another. This article explores the importance of trade marks for businesses operating in and from South Africa, highlights the benefits trade marks provide and the role it plays in fostering economic growth. This article also demonstrates why an intellectual property (IP) strategy – which encompasses trade mark protection – is needed by businesses, in addition to a company registration.

In an increasingly competitive marketplace, protecting your brand is essential. Registering a trademark in South Africa is a powerful way to secure your intellectual property and safeguard your unique identity. Whether you’re a start-up or an established business, trademark registration ensures that your logo, name, or slogan remains exclusively yours, setting you apart from competitors. Among the various forms of intellectual property, trademarks are essential for differentiating products and services and creating a sense of brand identity in the marketplace. It is impossible to overestimate the significance of trademark protection in light of South Africa’s ongoing rapid economic growth and innovation in a wide range of industries. Individuals and organisations can confidently manage the complexity of trademark registration by being aware of the appropriate legislation, existing case law, and the step-by-step process.

GUESTS Angus McKenzie - Bonteheuwel Ward Councillor Peter Helfrich - Ward Councillor for Ward 109

Tshepo Matseba – Managing Director for Reputation 1st Group

Guest : Goodenough Mashego - Independent Political analyst

Guest : Chris Hattingh MP – DA Spokesperson on Defence and Military Veterans

Dr Darius Sangari - Director of Sangari Education

Professor Miriam Altman -Strategist, economist and change analyst

DML’s director and head of litigation, Matthew Thomson

Karabo Ledwaba – Educational Psychologist