Arctic Council Secretariat’s Post

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This is a helpful reading list for anyone who is interested in the security of the Arctic region in these troubled times. Here's an extract: "In 2021, the interim U.S. National Security Strategy made no mention od the Arctic. The final version released in October 2022 confirmed that the Arctic had become a priority, changing the U.S. approach to Arctic affairs, security, science and much more." #usa #arcticsecurity #arcticregion #readinglist

A few things to keep in mind over your summer holidays.

Facing Arctic conditions head-on! Our recent -31°C (-25°F) loitering munition testing marks new unique challenges but is a crucial step towards Arctic readiness. We're committed to securing the Arctic's future. ❄️🛡️ #ArcticDefense #Innovation #ArcticSecurity"

The Arctic Great Game Won’t Be Won in U.S. Shipyards The answer to this question isn't for us to wait for our extremely limited shipbuilding industry to generate icebreakers. Congress needs to address the Jones Act, stop pandering to special interests, be pragmatic, and start looking at procuring icebreakers and Offshore Arctic Patrol Vessels from allies like Finland, which has a robust Arctic shipbuilding industry. I would counsel not undercutting our national shipbuilding industry, just augmenting. We are not tooled for Great Power Competition, and until we are, we need to outsource. The Cato Institute has written about this and others.

Recent #houthiattacks on maritime vessels in the Suez Canal, Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb brought #geopoliticalrisk at chokepoints to the forefront. That prompted a comparative look at ❄ Arctic routes using the notional route of Rotterdam to Yokohama. Shorter distances are a common benefit discussed regarding Arctic routes (~7,000-8,000 nm vs ~11,000 nm). An under-represented advantage is the avoidance of the geopolitical hot spots along traditional routes. It's not all ☀ and 🌈 though. 📖 Read more: https://lnkd.in/gpdF2FPS Key Take-Aways: 🔥Arctic shipping routes avoid geopolitical hot spots presented by some geographic chokepoints. 🔥But, environmental and operational factors detract from using Arctic shipping lanes. 🔥And, the shortest Arctic route (the NSR) is controlled by #russia

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Join me and the Young Security Conference in the #Amerikahaus tomorrow, Friday the 16th, at 17:30 for a discussion on #Arctic security and defense policies. The event will focus on #US and #EU security and defence policy in the Arctic. Rising geopolitical tensions and the effects of climate change make it essential to maintain security and environmental stability in the region. The event will highlight the lack of comprehensive and concrete measures or financial commitments to achieve these goals. How the EU and the US can develop more proactive and comprehensive strategies for the Arctic to address the challenges of climate change and ensure security in the region will be discussed at the event with four outstanding speakers: Clara Ganslandt, Special Envoy for Arctic Matters and Head of the Western Europe /Arctic / Regional Division Mike Kiselycznyk, Senior Advisor, Office of the U.S. Coordinator for the Arctic Region Michael Link, Member of Parliament, German Bundestag & Coordinator of Transatlantic Intersocietal Cooperation of Cultural and Information Policy Nicolas Jouan, Senior Analyst, RAND Corporation, Europe Zdeněk Rod, Project Manager and Research Fellow Young Security Conference . There are very few seats left for in person tickets: https://lnkd.in/dJ-Yct2W. You can also follow the event live here: https://lnkd.in/dqXbXGjw. #ArcticSecurity #Geopolitics #ClimateChange #TransatlanticCooperation

🌊 World Maritime Day 2024: Navigating the Future with Safety First! 🌊   The International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) was first adopted in 1914 in response to the Titanic disaster. It remains the most important international treaty on maritime safety.   As we celebrate 50 years since the adoption of SOLAS, at ShiELD, we are proud to be part of an industry that moves the world safely and efficiently. We are committed to providing safe, reliable, and cost-efficient solutions that not only support our clients but also contribute to a safer, more sustainable future for the global maritime community.   This year’s theme, “Navigating the Future: Safety First,” aligns with our dedication to safety, sustainability, and innovation across the marine industry.   🌐 Happy World Maritime Day to all those at sea and onshore who keep the world moving forward!   #WorldMaritimeDay #NavigatingTheFuture #SafetyFirst #MarineLogistics #GlobalTrade #ShiELD