U.S. to close consulates in Canada, Japan and Indonesia, sources say
📍 The outcome
State Department announced it would close consulates in Canada, Japan and Indonesia, confirming the shutdown of the Winnipeg consulate as a cost‑saving measure. Media reports framed the moves as part of a diplomatic downsizing or “America First” agenda.
Epilogue added 8d ago, after coverage quieted.
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US State Department to close consulates in Canada, Japan and Indonesia, sources say Yahoo News Canada · 50d ago broke it first
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