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U.S. Consulate in Winnipeg Closes | Winnipeg News
The U.S. consulate in Winnipeg, opened in 2021 as a symbol of strong U.S.-Canada ties and Western engagement, is shutting down — leaving American business and trade interests without a local voice in Manitoba. Once hailed as a diplomatic milestone, the closure now sparks concern, with experts warning it could hurt U.S. economic interests more than Canada’s, especially in key sectors like potash and Hydro. While officials say duties are shifting to Ottawa and global priorities are realigning to save $4.4 million annually, critics see it as a sign of indifference. The move joins a broader trend…
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