Canada and France open Greenland consulates in show of Denmark support

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

AI Summary

medium article 2 min

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.

Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

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%

Keywords

greenland consulates 100% denmark support 80% arctic security 70% international relations 60% inuit rights 50% climate crisis 50% nato ally 40% us takeover 40%