Arctic Watch

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Climate Risk Amid Arctic Council Paralysis

AMAP’s latest report documents alarming acceleration in extreme weather events, wildfires, melting ice, and ocean acidification, yet the primary forum for regional cooperation is suspended.

Russia Discusses Prospects for Geo-economic Development of Arctic

Special attention at the conference was paid to cultural diplomacy in Arctic.

Arctic And Antarctic Citizen Science Expeditions Announced

During the expedition, guests can see majestic polar bears and walrus of Spitsbergen before navigating through pack ice to visit a traditional Greenland village.

The Arctic Council in the Shadow of Geopolitics

With the gavel comes an extraordinary responsibility to ensure the council’s survival in a historically difficult time, when geopolitical tensions cast long shadows over regional cooperation.

Arctic Economic Council and Arctic Mayors’ Forum Welcomes the New Chairship Programme From the Kingdom of Denmark

The five thematic priorities the Kingdom of Denmark have decided upon for their chairship align well with the founding missions and current projects of both the AEC and AMF.

Strong Emphasis on Indigenous Peoples in Arctic Council Chairship Programme

The Inuit Circumpolar Council (ICC) welcomes the incoming Arctic Council Chairship’s Programme.

Russia’s Double Game in Arctic

The Russian-hosted International Arctic Forum (IAF) painted a vision of Russia as a responsible and constructive Arctic player.

South Korea in Arctic: Long-term interest in Northern Sea Route

According to the speakers from South Korea, Arctic route can significantly reduce logistics costs.

Arctic Council to hold virtual chairmanship handover from Norway to Denmark on May 12

Denmark’s chairmanship comes at a time of heightened tensions in Arctic between Washington, Nuuk, and Copenhagen.