Top Canadian officials to visit Greenland amid international fears as Trump eyes NATO-linked territory

Fox News - World DiplomaticNews ReportEN 3 min read 100% complete by Rachel WolfJanuary 6, 2026 at 08:58 PM

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The Woman Who Stands Between Donald Trump and Greenland

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Amid renewed interest from Donald Trump in acquiring Greenland for U.S. national security, top Canadian officials are planning a visit to the territory in early February. Foreign Minister Anita Anand and Governor General Mary Simon will reportedly travel to Greenland as Canada moves forward with plans to open a consulate there. The visit and consulate plans come as Trump claims Greenland is vital for U.S. security due to Russian and Chinese activity, a claim refuted by Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen. Prime Minister Mark Carney has affirmed Denmark's sole right to decide Greenland's future. Frederiksen expressed confidence in NATO's ability to secure the Arctic region, emphasizing the importance of respecting national sovereignty.

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Nobody is going to fight the United States militarily over the future of Greenland.

quote — Stephen Miller100% confidence

We need Greenland, from a national security situation. Right now, Greenland is covered with Russian and Chinese ships all over the place.

quote — President Donald Trump100% confidence

The future of Greenland and Denmark are decided solely by the people of Denmark.

quote — Prime Minister Mark Carney100% confidence

Canada plans to open a consulate in Greenland.

factual — null100% confidence

Two top Canadian officials are reportedly planning to visit Greenland and possibly open an embassy there.

factual — The Associated Press100% confidence

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France ×240% Stephen Miller 40% Mark Carney ×260% Mette Frederiksen ×360% North Atlantic Treaty Organization ×260% United States ×260% Anita Anand 70% Mary Simon 70% Denmark ×570% Canada ×680% Donald Trump ×490% Greenland ×11100%

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greenland 100% national security 90% canada 80% trump 70% sovereignty 70% denmark 60% arctic region 60% international relations 50% nato 50% consulate 40%