In show of support, Canada, France to open consulates in Greenland
2026-02-07 08:35:46 source：CGTN
February 7, 2026
Canada and France, which both adamantly oppose Donald Trump's wish to acquire Greenland, will open consulates in the self-governing Danish territory's capital Nuuk on Friday.
The strong show of support follows a persistent U.S. pursuit of control over the strategic, mineral-rich Arctic Island, which resumed with Trump's return to office on the stated grounds of national security.
President Trump last month backed off his threats to seize Greenland after saying he had struck a "framework" deal with NATO chief Mark Rutte to ensure greater American influence.
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