In this episode, we continue our look at the changing Arctic, this time from the perspectives of Arctic and European states.The region is undergoing rapid transformation. While this brings challenges for Arctic communities, it also raises broader questions: about international cooperation, environmental responsibility, and the Arctic’s growing geopolitical and scientific importance.As large parts of the Arctic Ocean open, the region is emerging as a new frontier: economically, scientifically, and politically. So, what does the future of the Arctic look like?This conversation brought together:Petteri Vuorimäki: Arctic Ambassador, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of FinlandPiotr Rychlik: Ambassador for Arctic and Antarctic Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of PolandAgostino Pinna: Special Envoy for the Arctic, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of ItalyModerating the Session was Samir Saran, President of the Observer Research Foundation.This conversation was recorded live at the Arctic Circle India Forum, held in New Delhi on May 3–4, 2025, and is part of the Polar Dialogue.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 [email protected]:@_Arctic_CircleFACEBOOK:The Arctic CircleINSTAGRAM:arctic_circle_org

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