Canada opened its consulate in Greenland's capital and the first French consul to the Danish territory arrived on Friday, following the Trump administration’s efforts to acquire the island.

"I am en route to Nuuk for the opening of Canada’s new consulate — strengthening Canada’s presence, partnerships, and leadership in the Arctic," Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand wrote on X Friday morning, later posting a video of the Canadian flag being raised in Nuuk.

She was joined by Governor General of Canada Mary Simon.

Canada had previously announced plans for the consulate in 2024, but its 2025 opening was delayed due to weather.

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"The future of the Arctic belongs to the people of the Arctic. Tomorrow I will visit Denmark and then on to Greenland," Simon said in a speech earlier this week. "Let me be clear, Canada stands firmly in support of the people of Greenland who will determine their own future."

Jean-Noël Poirier also arrived in Nuuk to become the first French Consul General of Greenland on Friday, the French government said in a release.

French President Emmanuel Macron announced the Nuuk consulate in June, making it the first European Union country to set up a consulate in Greenland.

The physical French consulate doesn't exist yet. 

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"Deep ties of friendship and key joint projects already link France, Denmark and Greenland, allowing all parties to look forward enthusiastically and confidently to the opening of this new consulate general," the French government said.

It added, "France reiterates its commitment to respect for the Kingdom of Denmark’s territorial integrity."

President Donald Trump has been insistent on acquiring Greenland, with administration officials claiming Denmark is unable to defend the semi-autonomous island.

"Greenland is one-fourth the size of the United States," top White House aide Stephen Miller told Fox News last month. "With respect to Denmark, Denmark is a tiny country with a tiny economy and a tiny military. They cannot defend Greenland, they cannot control the territory of Greenland."

In January, Trump threatened to impose 10% tariffs that would increase to 25% in June on eight European countries, including France and Denmark, unless they allowed the U.S. to acquire Greenland.

The president dropped the tariff threat following a meeting with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte in which Trump said a "framework" for a deal for security in the Arctic had been reached.

The U.S. reopened its consulate in Greenland in 2020 after closing it in 1953. 

The Associated Press contributed to this report. 

Country music singer Brantley Gilbert was tapped to perform at Turning Point USA’s "All-American Halftime Show" Sunday to counter Bad Bunny’s spectacle at the Super Bowl.

Gilbert will be one of four performers at the Turning Point USA event. Kid Rock is the headliner along with Lee Brice and Gabby Barrett. 

Gilbert has been performing professionally since 2007 and released his debut album in 2009.

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He may not be a household name for some Americans and football fans. He addressed those who were asking who he is and why he's performing at the event.

"I’m a songwriter who grew up, and still lives in Jackson County, Georgia, whose goal in the music business was to sell out the local theater a few miles from my house and somehow make my living writing songs," he said in a statement. 

"I’m a recovering addict with the history of all the bad choices that come with it. I’m not proud of those choices, but I am proud of the choice I’ve made to live in another direction.

"I share my story through my music in hopes that it may help and inspire others in their darkest hour. I’m a Christian, and I love our country despite its flaws. I’ve dedicated part of my life to the men and women who fight for it and the families of those who gave their life for it. Above all, I’m a proud husband and father of three."

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Gilbert added that he wanted to perform for his children and that it’s been more than 20 years since a country artist had been asked to perform at halftime of the Super Bowl.

"We’re celebrating 250 years as a country, and it’s been more than 20 years since a country artist has been asked to play the Super Bowl halftime show. I respect that some people may see this differently, but I’m not playing this show to be divisive. I was offered this opportunity and imagined my kids watching their daddy perform at halftime during the biggest game in American football. Everything I do, I do for them.

"The way I treat people isn’t conditional based on what our differences may be. I believe "united we stand, divided we fall," and my prayer for our country is that we stand united."

He said he was looking forward to putting on an epic show Sunday.

Turning Point USA said the show will air live on YouTube, X and Rumble in addition to other conservative news outlets.

Andrew Kolvet, TPUSA’s spokesman, previously told Fox News Digital the broadcast will provide families a different viewing option that will give the viewer an immersive and high-energy experience.

"'The All-American Halftime Show' is an opportunity for all Americans to enjoy a halftime show with no agenda other than to celebrate faith, family and freedom," Kolvet said. "We can’t wait to watch the incredible show they’re about to put on. We know millions around the country will be watching too."

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