Senior officials from the US, Greenland and Denmark met in Washington on Wednesday. This comes after US President Donald Trump has repeatedly called for his country to take control of Greenland, which is an autonomous Danish territory.
Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen attended the meeting with his counterpart from Greenland, Vivian Motzfeldt. They spoke with US Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Trump has said he wants control over Greenland because it is critical for US security. However, Denmark has rejected the idea.
Rasmussen described the talks as "constructive," but he said differences remain. He added that they will "form a high-level working group" to reach a common understanding.
The Danish Ministry of Defence said it is stepping up military exercises in Greenland, and the German Defense Ministry said it will send personnel.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said in an interview with local media that his country will soon open a consulate in Greenland. He described the move as sending a "political signal," and he emphasized that "Greenland does not want to be owned, governed or integrated" into the US.
Canada has also announced plans to open a consulate in Greenland in the near future.

Quiz 1:
What is the primary reason the US President Donald Trump has expressed interest in taking control of Greenland?
A. To boost Greenland’s tourism industry.
B. Because it is critical for US security.
C. To gain access to Greenland's abundant fishing resources.
D. To facilitate trade with European countries.

Quiz 2:
Who attended the meeting in Washington alongside Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen?
A. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot
B. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
C. Greenland's counterpart, Vivian Motzfeldt
D. German Defence Minister Christine Lambrecht

Quiz 3:
According to French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot, what is Greenland's stance regarding potential integration with the US?
A. Greenland does not want to be owned, governed or integrated into the US.
B. Greenland is open to discussing integration under specific conditions.
C. Greenland prefers a shared governance system with the US.
D. Greenland seeks complete independence from Denmark and the US.

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Answers:
Quiz 1: B
Quiz 2: C
Quiz 3: A