EU policy for the Arctic
The European Union’s interest in the Arctic has increased. The EU is an important global actor in the fight against climate change. The EU supports international cooperation in the Arctic region and conducts a comprehensive Arctic policy. The three EU Member States, Finland, Sweden and Denmark are also Members of the Arctic Council.
The EU’s third Arctic Communication emphasises that it is important to take into account the objectives of the Paris Agreement and the goals set in the UN’s 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The European Union is prepared to provide funding for adaptation to climate change in the Arctic region.
In addition, the EU wants to minimise tensions in the Arctic region and strengthen stable political and security-related cooperation.
Related websites
- EU Arctic policy(Link to another website.) (Opens New Window)
- An integrated European Union policy for the Arctic(Link to another website.) (Opens New Window)
- An Integrated EU policy for the Arctic – Frequently Asked Questions(Link to another website.) (Opens New Window)
- Arctic Europe: Bringing together the EU Arctic Policy(Link to another website.) (Opens New Window)
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