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Trump's comments on Greenland to be taken seriously, French Prime Minister says

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Posted on January 14, 2026

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· Last updated: January 19, 2026

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Trump's comments on Greenland to be taken seriously, French Prime Minister says
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PARIS, Jan 14 (Reuters) - U.S President Donald Trump's comments on Greenland should be taken seriously, French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said on Wednesday in the lower house of parliament. "It

French PM Urges Serious Consideration of Trump's Greenland Remarks

Trump's Comments on Greenland

PARIS, Jan 14 (Reuters) - U.S President Donald Trump's comments on Greenland should be taken seriously, French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said on Wednesday in the lower house of parliament.

French Government's Response

"It is clear that the Trump administration's intentions are serious and must now be taken very seriously; we must absolutely not underestimate the word of the American president," Lecornu told lawmakers.

New Consulate in Greenland

Earlier in the day, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot announced France would open a consulate in Greenland next month.

(Reporting by John Irish, Dominique Vidalon and Inti Landauro)

Key Takeaways

  • French PM urges serious attention to Trump's Greenland remarks.
  • France plans to open a consulate in Greenland.
  • French government acknowledges seriousness of Trump's intentions.
  • New diplomatic developments between France and Greenland.
  • French Foreign Minister announces consulate opening.

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