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In September 2024, the German government released its updated Arctic Policy Guidelines, titled In September 2024, the German government released its updated Arctic Policy Guidelines, titled “Germany and the Arctic in the Context of the Climate Crisis and the Zeitenwende.”cument marks a significant shift in Germany’s approach to Arctic affairs, reflecting both the escalating climate crisis and the region’s evolving geopolitical landscape.
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There is still time to There is still time to submit nominations for the 2025 Frederik Paulsen Arctic Academic Action Award– the call closes on April 30. Please share this opportunity with your colleagues, networks, anyone you think might be interested!
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The International Forum The International Forum Arctic Territory of Dialogue was held in Murmansk, Russia, on March 26 and 27 with the theme - To live in the North!
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Morten Høglund, Norway’s Arctic Ambassador and Chair of the Arctic Council Senior Arctic Officials, is the recipient of the prestigious High North Hero Award 2025.
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The The Marine Exchange of Alaska (MXAK) has released its latest report, "Bering Strait and Transits," providing an in-depth analysis of maritime traffic in the Bering Strait during 2024. As Arctic sea routes continue to draw global interest due to climate change and shifting economic opportunities, this report offers valuable insights into vessel movements, trends, and the impact of environmental conditions on shipping in the region.
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The Arctic Encounter Symposium 2025, scheduled to be held in Anchorage, Alaska, on April 2-4 has been rescheduled for July 30th - August 1st.
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The United Nations has designated 2025 as the International Year of Glaciers' Preservation (IYGP)The United Nations has designated 2025 as the International Year of Glaciers' Preservation (IYGP) to raise global awareness about the critical role glaciers play in our climate system and water resources. As part of this initiative, March 21 has been proclaimed as the annual World Day for Glaciers, with the inaugural observance occurring this year.
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Tucked away in the frigid waters of the Arctic Ocean, Wrangel Island is a place of paradoxes—both a harsh, isolated landscape and a cradle of life. This remote Russian island, located between the Chukchi Sea and the East Siberian Sea, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most remarkable Arctic nature reserves. Despite its extreme environment, Wrangel Island has played a crucial role in the history of Arctic exploration, the survival of prehistoric species, and modern conservation efforts. The small neighboring island, Herald Island, is also a UNESCO World Heritage site (see map).
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Yakutsk will host theYakutsk will host the IV Reindeer Herders Congress of Sakha Republic (Yakutia) from March 18-20, 2025, bringing together reindeer herders, Indigenous leaders, and experts to discuss the future of reindeer husbandry.
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In a surprising turn of events, Greenland's parliamentary elections on March 11, 2025, resulted in a significant political shift.
Parties that favour independence and have voiced their willingness to work closer with the US are clear winners and now have the potential to form a majority government in the Greenlandic parliament. Significant political changes, not least related to the big question of independence, resource utilization, and cooperation alliances, could thus be materializing in the nearest future.
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2025 STEM Discovery Campaign, a joint international initiatives for educators across Europe and beyond to celebratecareers and studies in the fields ofScience, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).
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Greenland, the world's largest island and an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, is set to hold parliamentary elections on Greenland, the world's largest island and an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, is set to hold parliamentary elections on March 11, 2025. This election comes at a pivotal moment, with heightened discussions on independence, external geopolitical interests, and internal legislative reforms shaping the political landscape.