France has opened a consulate in Nuuk, Greenland, marking its first diplomatic presence in the Arctic and fulfilling a promise by President Emmanuel Macron. This makes France the first EU country to establish a consulate in Greenland, despite the small French population there. The consulate will support French nationals and enhance cooperation in cultural, scientific, and economic fields, while also strengthening political ties. The move comes amid tensions regarding Greenland's strategic importance, particularly concerning US interests. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)