Canada and France opened diplomatic consulates in Greenland on Friday, signaling strong support for Denmark and the Arctic island amid ongoing concerns over potential US influence in the region. The move, which follows previous US efforts to secure control of the semi-autonomous territory, aims to bolster cooperation on issues such as climate change and Inuit rights, according to officials.
Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand traveled to Nuuk to inaugurate the consulate, as reported by Al Jazeera. The establishment of these diplomatic outposts comes after the US had previously considered securing control of Greenland, a move that sparked opposition in Western Europe. Canada had initially promised to open a consulate in Nuuk in 2024, before discussions of a US takeover, according to The Guardian.
The opening of the consulates is seen as a show of solidarity with Denmark, a NATO ally. The move also highlights the growing international interest in the Arctic region, particularly in light of climate change and the potential for resource exploitation.
In other international developments, Cuba's President Miguel Díaz-Canel stated his government was open to talks with the US, despite months of threats from Donald Trump, according to The Guardian. Meanwhile, Iranian and US officials met separately with an Omani mediator for indirect talks, as reported by Al Jazeera.
In the world of sports, the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup began on Saturday in India and Sri Lanka, with India, the defending champions, among the main attractions on the opening day, according to Al Jazeera. The opening match was held at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, India.
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