Canada Stands Firm on Greenland's Sovereignty Amid U.S. Annexation Concerns

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney emphasized that only Denmark and Greenland should decide the island's future, amidst U.S. annexation threats. Carney stated Greenland belongs to its people, maintaining Canada's support for its sovereignty and Danish territorial integrity, in line with international law. European leaders also backed Greenland's autonomy.

In response to U.S. threats of annexing Greenland, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has stressed that only Denmark and Greenland can determine the island's future. Carney made this assertion during a press briefing in Paris.

Earlier, European leaders expressed solidarity with Greenland's autonomy, asserting in a joint statement that the island rightfully belongs to its people. Carney reinforced this view by declaring Canada's unwavering support for Denmark's sovereignty over Greenland.

Following his remarks, Carney met with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, reiterating Canada's stance on respecting the territorial integrity of Denmark and Greenland, in accordance with international laws, as stated by his office.