You’re listening to the Arctic Circle Podcast. In this episode, H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco addresses the Arctic and international community, reaffirming the need for collective action and collaboration in overcoming the multifaceted challenges faced by human societies. This speech was originally delivered at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

In this episode, we will explore and discuss the scientific contributions of Arctic Council Observers.Our panelists include:Gabriela Schaepman-Strub: Swiss Observer Representative to the Conservation of the Arctic Flora and Fauna Working Group of the Arctic Council; Volker Rachold: Head of the German Arctic Office at the Alfred Wegener Institute Helmholtz Center for Polar and Marine Research;Annette Scheepstra: Dutch Observer Representative to the Sustainable Development Working Group of the Arctic CouncilMorten Høglund: Chair of the Senior Arctic Officials of the Arctic Council;Sam Tan: Special Envoy for Arctic Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Singapore.The panel and following Q&A with the audience are moderated by Henry Burgess, Head of the NERC Arctic Office at the British Antarctic Survey and President of the International Arctic Science Committee.This event originally took place at the 2024 Arctic Circle Berlin Forum.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

You’re listening to the Arctic Circle Podcast, in this episode we listen  to a panel of experts discussing Critical Minerals in the Arctic.Panelists are:Karen Hanghøj, Director, British Geological SurveyJosephine Nymand, Director, Greenland Institute of Natural Resources & Chair, Greenland Research CouncilØystein Rushfeldt, CEO, Nussir ASAThe  panel is moderated by Jane Francis, Director, British Antarctic Survey.This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

In this episode we listen to Atsushi Sunami, President, Sasakawa Peace Foundation, speak on the success of the Arctic Circle Japan Forum.This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly. Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

In this episode we listen to short presentations from various partners to the Historic Central Arctic Ocean Fisheries Agreement.Panelists are:David A. Balton, Ambassador; Executive Director, Arctic Executive Steering Committee, White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, USANadia Bouffard, Director General, Department of Fisheries and Oceans, CanadaAntje Boetius, Director of the Alfred Wegener InsituteGao Feng, Special Representative for Arctic Affairs, ChinaAlan Haynie, General Secretary, International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES)Guðmundur Kristjánsson, CEO BrimJoji Morishita, Professor, Tokyo University of Marine ScienceHerb Nakimayak, Executive Council Member, Inuit Circumpolar CouncilPark Chong-Suk, Ambassador for Arctic Affairs, KoreaMyeong-dal Song, Deputy Minister for the Marine Policy Office, the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries of the Republic of KoreaMiguel Roncero, International Relations Officer, Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries (DG MARE), European CommissionRolf Rødven, Executive Secretary, Arctic Monitoring and Assessment Program (AMAP)Hyoung Chul Shin, Vice President, Korea Polar Research Institute of Marine Research (KOPRI)Vicki Lee Wallgren, Director of the Arctic Programme, World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)The panel is moderated by Mads Qvist Frederiksen, Executive Director, Arctic Economic Council.This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly and was organized in collaboration with the Arctic Economic Council and the Korean Polar Research Institute (KOPRI).Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

In this episode we listen to representatives of five Asian countries discuss the lessons from the past 10 years of Asian participation in the Arctic.Panelists are:GAO FENG, Special Representative for Arctic Affairs, ChinaTAKEWAKA KEIZO, Ambassador for Arctic Affairs, JapanREAR ADMIRAL MONTY KHANNA (Retd), Joint Secretary, National Security Council Secretariat, IndiaPARK CHONG-SUK, Ambassador for Arctic Affairs, KoreaSAM TAN, Special Envoy for Arctic Affairs, SingaporeThe panel is moderated by H.E. Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland and Evan T. Bloom, Senior Fellow, Wilson Center Polar Institute; Former Senior U.S. Diplomat in Charge of Polar Affairs.This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

In this episode we listen to five experts discuss Arctic Science Diplomacy.Panelists are:Mark Myers, Director, US Geological Survey; Commissioner, U.S. Arctic Research Commission Victoria Qutuuq Bushman, Environment and Climate Advisor, Inuit Circumpolar Council; Indigenous Fellow, International Arctic Science Committee (IASC)Melody Brown Burkins, Director, Arctic Center, Dartmouth College, USA Henry Burgess, President, International Arctic Science Committee (IASC); Head, NERC Arctic Office, United Kingdom Rachel Tiller, Chief Scientist, SINTEF Ocean, NorwayThe panel is moderated by Corine Wood-Donnelly, Associate Professor of International Relations and the High North, Nord University, Norway; Uppsala University, SwedenThis event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

In this episode we listen to H.E. Høgni Høydal, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Industry and Trade; Deputy Prime Minister, the Faroe Islands, speak on the Faroe Islands in the Arctic.This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly. The speech is followed by a Q&A with the audience, moderated by Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

Panelists are:H.E. Gillian Martin, Minister for Energy and the Environment, The Scottish GovernmentTove Søvndal Gant, Head of the Greenlandic Representation in ReykjavikFrank Yu, Global Vice President of Envision Energy and Head of Envision HydrogenTryggvi Þór Herbertsson, Head of Hydrogen Strategy and Partnership, Qair GroupThe panel is moderated by Össur Skarphéðinsson, Former Minister for Foreign Affairs, Iceland.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

You’re listening to the Arctic Circle Podcast, in this episode we listen to Andrew Light, Assistant Secretary of Energy for International Affairs, U.S. Department of Energy, discuss the U.S. Energy Mission.This  event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

In this episode we listen to a dialogue on Security and Defense, with four experts in the field. Panelists are:Iris Ferguson, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Arctic and Global Resilience, United StatesLouise Calais, Ambassador for Arctic Affairs, SwedenInga Nyhamar, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, NorwayPetteri Vuorimäki, Ambassador for Arctic and Antarctic Affairs & Senior Arctic Official of FinlandThe panel is moderated by Matthew Hickey, Associate Director, Ted Stevens Center for Arctic Security StudiesThis event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly and was organized in collaboration with the Ted Stevens Center for Arctic Security Studies.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

In this episode we listen to Lisa Murkowski, United States Senator from Alaska, speak on the New Arctic Vision of the United States.The Senator's speech is followed by a Q&A with the audience, moderated by Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland.This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly. Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

In this episode we listen to a dialogue with three Mãori representatives discussing Climate Change and our shared future. Opening remarks are provided by Andé Küüsvek, CEO, Nordic Investment Bank.Panelists are:Aperahama Edwards, Ambassador, Hinemoana Halo Initiative, Ngāti Wai, New ZealandLisa Tumahai, Chairperson, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu, New ZealandMere Takoko, Vice President, Conservation International Aotearoa, Ngāti Porou, Rongowhakaata, New ZealandThe panel is moderated by Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of IcelandThis event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

In this episode we listen to the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Government of Canada, speak on Canada's Arctic, it's challenges and opportunities.This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly. Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

In this episode we listen to a dialogue between Fertram Sigurjónsson, Founder and CEO of Kerecis and H.E. Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle as they discuss the success of Kerecis, the first Arctic Marine Biotech Unicorn.This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

In this episode we listen to a dialogue  between three financial experts, discussing the future of Arctic Investment. Opening remarks are provided by André Küüsvek, CEO, Nordic Investment Bank.Panelists are:André Küüsvek, CEO Nordic Investment Bank (NIB)Iða Brá Benediktsdóttir, Deputy CEO Arion BankHugh Short, Co-Founder, Chairman/CEO Pt CapitalThe panel is moderated by Danielle Bochove, Toronto Bureau Chief & Senior Reporter for the Arctic, Bloomberg NewsThis event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

In this episode we listen to H.E. Katrín Jakobsdóttir, Prime Minister of Iceland, speak on climate change and global challenges.This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly. Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

In this episode we listen to Morten Høglund, Chair, of the Senior Arctic Officials,  speak on the Vision of the Norwegian Chairship of the Arctic Council.This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly. The speech is followed by a Q&A with the audience, moderated by Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

In this episode we listen to a dialogue between five leaders of Indigenous Organizations. Opening remarks are provided by Sara Olsvig, International Chair, Inuit Circumpolar Council.Panelists are:Sara Olsvig, International Chair, Inuit Circumpolar CouncilEdward Alexander, Director and Co-Chair, Gwich’in Council InternationalChief Bill Erasmus, Arctic Athabaskan CouncilJessica Veldstra, Executive Director, Aleut International AssociationTonje Johansen, Sami CouncilThe panel is moderated by Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland.This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

In this episode we listen to Admiral Rob Bauer, Chair of NATO Military Committee, speak on NATO's Perspective on the Arctic.This event originally took place at the 2023 Arctic Circle Assembly. The speech is followed by a Q&A with the audience, moderated by Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson,  Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland.Arctic Circle is the largest network of international dialogue and cooperation on the future of the Arctic. It is an open democratic platform with participation from governments, organizations, corporations, universities, think tanks, environmental associations, Indigenous communities, concerned citizens, and others interested in the development of the Arctic and its consequences for the future of the globe. It is a nonprofit and nonpartisan organization. Learn more about Arctic Circle at www.ArcticCircle.org or contact us at secretariat@arcticcircle.orgTWITTER:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org