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NATO announces Arctic Sentry – enhancing NATO’s presence in the Arctic and the High North

Arctic Sentry underscores the Alliance’s commitment to safeguard its members and maintain stability in one of the world’s most strategically significant and environmentally challenging areas

NATO Launches ‘Arctic Sentry’ Mission

The move follows recent tensions between NATO allies Denmark and the United States over the political future of Greenland.

The Real Threat to Arctic Security

If Trump’s blustering over Greenland in Arctic was genuinely meant to improve American security, it has almost certainly failed already.

How Climate Change Amplifies Arctic Tensions, But Does Not Drive It

The Arctic is warming four times faster than the global average, significantly changing the region’s environment and geopolitical landscape.

Greenland Reports Growing Investor Interest in Mining Opportunities

Many potential sites are located in remote regions with limited to no road coverage, ports or energy supply.

Japan Considers Participation in Canadian Arctic Naval Exercises

Since becoming an Arctic Council observer in 2013, Japan has gradually built an Arctic presence.

Facts About the Arctic in March 2026

JAXA Arctic sea ice extent has just reached a new high for the year.

Alaska Offshore Lease Sale Receives No Bids from Oil and Gas Companies

The failure of the recent Cook Inlet offshore lease sale is therefore not an isolated incident but speaks to a pattern of industry hesitancy.

Canada and Norway Strengthen Shipping Emission Rules in Arctic Waters

By applying stricter sulfur and nitrogen oxide standards, the new emission control areas (ECAs) bring parts of the Arctic in line with other maritime regions subject to enhanced emission controls, like the North Sea.