Canada and France open Greenland consulates in show of Denmark support

The Guardian - World News DiplomaticNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by Associated Press in NuukFebruary 6, 2026 at 01:05 PM

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Canada and France opening new consulates in Greenland's capital amid Trump pressure

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Canada and France are opening consulates in Nuuk, Greenland, to demonstrate support for Denmark and the Arctic territory. The move comes after previous US interest in securing control of Greenland. Canada's foreign minister, Anita Anand, inaugurated the Canadian consulate, aiming to boost cooperation on climate and Inuit rights. France's consulate general, led by Jean-Noël Poirier, will focus on strengthening cultural, scientific, economic, and political ties. Both countries' decisions predate recent US discussions regarding Greenland, and are intended to reinforce stability and cooperation in the Arctic region. The openings also follow recent talks between the US, Denmark, and Greenland regarding an Arctic security deal.

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Donald Trump announced he would impose new tariffs on Denmark and seven other European countries.

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Canada had promised to open a consulate in Greenland in 2024.

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France’s foreign ministry said Jean-Noël Poirier would take up duties as the country’s consul general.

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Canada’s foreign minister, Anita Anand, was travelling to Nuuk to inaugurate the consulate.

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Canada and France are to open diplomatic consulates in the capital of Greenland on Friday.

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Emmanuel Macron 40% Lars Løkke Rasmussen 50% Mary Simon 50% North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) ×260% Jean-Noël Poirier 60% United States ×470% Anita Anand ×270% Donald Trump ×375% France ×380% Denmark ×585% Canada ×590% Greenland ×995%

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