Arctic Watch

Facts About the Arctic

Security

EU will maintain Arctic cooperation with US

Amid Donald Trump’s threats to seize Greenland, Ursula von der Leyen says the EU will continue working with the US to reinforce Arctic security. At the same time, the European Commission has confirmed that Greenland is “in principle” covered by the bloc’s mutual assistance clause.

We must strengthen Arctic defences to deter Putin

Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom Yvette Cooper is touring the Arctic Circle to bolster regional security and to highlight the importance of putting up a stronger challenge against hostile states who seek to meddle in the High North.

Finland’s Role in NATO and the Arctic

Finland had greater risks during the NATO accession process than many other European states had for their own security.

UK and Norway Sign Historic Defense Agreement

The partnership is aimed at protecting critical undersea infrastructure.

The US National Security Strategy 2025

The United States seeks an Arctic region that is peaceful, stable, prosperous, and cooperative.

NATO, Industry and Innovators discuss Arctic space security

The Arctic Space Forum provided a unique platform to enhance NATO cooperation with space industry.

Arctic leaders warn of growing risk of hybrid warfare in the far north

Remote Faroe Islands in Arctic are in talks to add an extra undersea internet cable to safeguard communications from sabotage.

Inuit-Owned Firm to Advance Canada’s Arctic Defense Capabilities

By embedding Arctic field expertise into defense tech, the company is tapping a potent combination of local knowledge and emerging sovereign capability.

Iceland and Finland Sign Memorandum to Strengthen Partnership

Iceland and Finland have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on defense cooperation during Icelandic President Halla Tómasdóttir’s state visit to Finland.