Part II - International cooperation in the Arctic:
The New North: - Loss of confidence-building arenasNorwegian Joint Headquarters: - We talk to Russia over Skype
Despite sanctions, cooperation continues in the North
Visa situation for US researchers almost impossible after sanctions
Fences rise, but cooperation continues
Part I: - Are we heading for a new Cold War?
Germany: - Mistrust growing on both sides
- Misunderstandings can lead to an escalation that is difficult to stop
Growing confrontation pushes Finland & Sweden into arms of NATO
Finland: – Increased militarization brings more infrastructure to the Arctic
Mutual distrust could snowball tensions
Sweden & Denmark: – Russia sees itself surrounded by enemies
Norway: – Future developments will depend heavily on how Ukraine is managed
Russia: Lack of information is greatest threat
- Comparisons about a new Cold War isn´t reflecting today’s realities
U.S: - Yes, we may be headed toward a new cold war
Far away, but the conflicts are spilling over to the Arctic
A New Cold War will have huge consequences in the Arctic
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