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Focus on Arctic Challenges at UN COP29

The Arctic is yet again on the agenda, this time focusing on the cryosphere and wildfires, particularly from an Indigenous perspective.

Innovative Drone Research Unlocks Secrets of Arctic Climate Change

Scientists are using meteorological drones to study how black volcanic dust affects climate change and weather patterns in Iceland.

Norway to Purchase New Frigates in a Strategic Partnership

Norway has selected France, the UK, Germany, and the US for discussions on a strategic partnership to acquire at least five new frigates.

Decorated Canadian veteran warns of Russian dangers in High Arctic

“We’re starting to get great messages now about the need to defend our High Arctic against the Russians who are sitting on the other side of the water,”

An Evolution in Arctic Collective Defense

It is increasingly clear that the Arctic is facing an accelerated evolutionary trend that is dramatically impacting its security environment.

Arctic Icebreakers: Memorandum of Understanding Signed by the United States, Canada, and Finland

Icebreakers are a critical asset for Arctic security, providing a persistent presence and enabling countries to operate and assert their sovereignty in the region year-round.

Inuit Leaders and Federal Ministers Discuss New Arctic Foreign Policy for Canada

The new policy is expected to strengthen Inuit participation in international conversations about the Arctic and include the reinstatement of an Arctic ambassador.

Navy ‘too small’ to act for Britain in Arctic

Growing threats in the Arctic from Russia and China only highlight the Royal Navy’s lack of surface vessels and submarines, experts warn.

Norway to Strengthen Arctic Monitoring with New Microsatellite

This microsatellite, the first in a planned constellation, will provide real-time, space-based monitoring of Norway’s Arctic waters.