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Iceland hires DC lobbyist for advice after Trump mixed it up with Greenland: report

Trump repeatedly mixed up Greenland and Iceland during his Davos speech, prompting questions about accuracy.
Iceland hired Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck to advise on navigating U.S. government engagements.
The agreement includes a $25,000 monthly retainer for six months.
The filing discussed introductions to U.S. officials and feedback on Iceland’s priorities.
The timing of the lobbyist engagement follows Trump’s controversial Davos remarks.
The White House press secretary acknowledged Trump’s remarks but denied misnaming Greenland.
The Independent reported on the lobbying arrangement and commented on Israel-related diplomacy crossing Arctic concerns.
The Icelandic ambassador to the U.S. led the lobbying effort from Reykjavik’s side.
The image accompanying coverage shows the Davos context and Trump’s comments.
The Independent sought comment from the Icelandic embassy in Washington, D.C.

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