In the beginning, it was all about science, now it’s all about politics

Arctic Council with a noble mandate focused on ‘sustainable development and environmental protection.’ Yet, in the last two decades the council has produced little in the form of actionable achievements to protect the Arctic environment.

CHICKALOON, ALASKA—The circumpolar region has never been so eagerly sought after than it is today. From those striving to tap the Arctic for its natural resources, to those determined to protect it, the Arctic and its people are at the epicentre...

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