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France to Open Consulate in Greenland in a ‘Political Signal’ Amid Trump Threats
France establishes a consulate to strengthen its presence and scientific cooperation in Greenland amid Arctic geopolitical tensions involving the U.S., Russia, and China.
- On Wednesday, French Foreign Minister Jean‑Noël Barrot announced France will open a consulate in Greenland on February 6 as a political signal after President Emmanuel Macron's visit and planning trips last summer and August.
- Amid rising Arctic activity, France seeks greater presence in Greenland, including scientific engagement, as the United States raises security concerns about Russia and China.
- A visit to Nuuk and planning sessions in August led to Barrot's end of August planning trip, while Denmark's top diplomat and Greenlandic foreign minister prepared for White House meetings.
- Greenland's leader said the island will remain an autonomous territory of Denmark and does not want integration with the United States despite the U.S. military base there.
- Ahead of talks at the White House, Denmark's top diplomat and Greenlandic foreign minister prepare to meet U.S. Vice President JD Vance as France positions itself amid Arctic rivalries.
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France to open Greenland consulate amid Trump takeover threats
France will open a consulate in Greenland on 6 February, Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said on Wednesday – calling the move a political signal as US President Donald Trump renews threats to take control of the Arctic territory.
·Paris, France
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France will open a consulate in Greenland on February 6, a move that had been planned since last year, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said on Wednesday, amid US President Donald Trump's efforts to take control of the Arctic territory. "The United States must stop blackmailing Greenland and expressing its desire to take control of the autonomous Danish territory," he added on RTL radio. "Attacking another NATO member would not make sens…
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