Norway’s Prime Minister, Jonas Stoere says the country is set to open a consulate general in Greenland’s capital Nuuk, headed by a Norwegian diplomat.
U.S. President , Donald Trump’s push to acquire or control Greenland, a semi-autonomous island under the Kingdom of Denmark, has strained relations between Washington and European NATO members.
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“The High North remains Norway’s most important strategic priority, and the Arctic is becoming increasingly important for international politics and security.
“A Consulate General in Nuuk will strengthen both political contact and cooperation on shared interests in the region,” the Prime Minister said..
Earlier this year, France opened a consulate in Greenland, while the United States moved its existing consulate to a bigger venue last month.
Reuters
