How much do you know about the Arctic Council and its current challenges?
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What was the reason for seven of the Arctic Council's eight members suspending their participation in March 2022?

  • The council's mission was no longer relevant
  • Russia's invasion of Ukraine (correct)
  • Disagreements over environmental policies
  • The council's budget was cut

    • What is the main concern regarding the call for revitalizing old forums or creating new ones for the discussion of military security matters in the Arctic?

  • It may not advance the cause of peace in the region (correct)
  • It may lead to increased militarization in the region
  • It may not include all relevant stakeholders in the discussions
  • It may not be able to address the issue of climate change in the region

    • What was the reason for seven of the Arctic Council's eight members suspending their participation in March 2022?

  • Disagreement over environmental protection policies
  • Russia's invasion of Ukraine (correct)
  • Disagreement over energy production strategies
  • Disagreement over fishing regulations

    • What is the main mission of the Arctic Council?

    <p>To promote and preserve Arctic sustainable development and environmental protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov call for in relation to military security matters in the Arctic?

    <p>For extending positive relations to encompass the military sphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the Arctic Council's main mission?

    <p>To promote and preserve Arctic sustainable development and environmental protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Russia do after making facts on the ground in a particular region?

    <p>It seeks to engage in dialogue with other countries to normalize its actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country assumed the revolving chairmanship of the Arctic Council in May 2021?

    <p>Russia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did Russia assume the revolving chairmanship of the Arctic Council?

    <p>May 2021</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the value of an Arctic security dialogue according to the text?

    <p>It is thin, especially when it comes from the Russians themselves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How has the Arctic Council handled diplomatic disagreements among member states in the past?

    <p>By finding a compromise that satisfies all parties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the speculated name of the new international body that the West may form without Russia?

    <p>Nordic Plus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the "Nordic Plus" speculation mentioned in the text?

    <p>A new international body without Russia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the Arctic's population does Russia account for?

    <p>Nearly half</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which countries would likely be disproportionately impacted if Russia pushed for buffer zones near its borders in the Arctic?

    <p>Norway, Sweden, and Finland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the Arctic Council likely to resume operations?

    <p>Spring 2023</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the Arctic's population does Russia account for?

    <p>Nearly half</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason why Russia may not be interested in discussing military security matters with NATO?

    <p>It believes it would have an upper hand in a new Arctic forum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the Arctic Council likely to resume operations?

    <p>When Russia's chairmanship ends in spring 2023</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the premier forum for Arctic cooperation according to the text?

    <p>The Arctic Council</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What will happen to the Arctic Council's legitimacy and agenda when it reconvenes?

    <p>It will shrink, and only the least controversial Arctic issues will be addressed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What will the rising tensions do to the Arctic Council?

    <p>Transition it from a high-level diplomatic facilitator to a low-level tactically-oriented talk shop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the likely outcome for the Arctic Council's legitimacy and agenda when it reconvenes?

    <p>They will shrink, and only the least controversial Arctic issues will be addressed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the "soft security" issues that should be addressed in the Arctic according to the text?

    <p>Climate change, oil pollution, and economic impacts of increased shipping</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Will the Arctic Council's working groups and scientific research operations continue to operate?

    <p>Yes, they are politically insulated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How will rising tensions affect the Arctic Council's role?

    <p>It will transition to a low-level tactically-oriented talk shop</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Russia's actions in the European security theater demonstrate according to the text?

    <p>That engagement only goes so far to limit its ambition or temper its militarism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country will assume the chairmanship of the Arctic Council in May 2023?

    <p>Norway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential risk of creating new military forums for discussing security matters in the Arctic?

    <p>Increased militarization in the region</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When will Norway assume the chairmanship of the Arctic Council?

    <p>May 2023</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    • The Arctic Council was nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize in January 2022, but seven of its eight members suspended participation in March due to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
    • The council's mission is to promote and preserve Arctic sustainable development and environmental protection.
    • Russia assumed the revolving chairmanship of the council in May 2021, with priorities focused on cooperation.
    • The council has previously navigated diplomatic disagreements among member states, but the disagreement over Ukraine was irreconcilable.
    • Speculation has arisen that the West will form a new international body without Russia, called "Nordic Plus."
    • Russia accounts for nearly half of the Arctic's population, over half of the Arctic's coastline, and the majority of Arctic industry, energy production, fishing, and shipping.
    • The Arctic Council will likely resume operations when Russia's chairmanship ends in spring 2023 or when a resolution is reached to end the war in Ukraine.
    • The council's legitimacy and agenda will shrink, and only the least controversial Arctic issues will be addressed when it reconvenes.
    • Rising tensions will transition the Arctic Council from a high-level diplomatic facilitator to a low-level tactically-oriented talk shop.
    • The council's six working groups and scientific research operations are politically insulated and will likely continue to operate.
    • The Arctic Council has eight permanent members
    • The council's core missions are sustainable development and environmental stewardship
    • A forum is needed for transborder regional issues
    • The Arctic Council is capable of cooperation even in difficult times
    • Norway will assume the chairmanship of the council in May 2023
    • If the seven members do not rejoin, there will be a governance vacuum
    • The race for the Arctic will accelerate in this vacuum
    • This acceleration could be dangerous
    • The Arctic Council is important for addressing localized issues
    • The council's preservation is necessary for its mission.

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    Test your knowledge of the Arctic Council, an intergovernmental forum promoting sustainable development and environmental protection in the Arctic. Learn about the council's history, mission, and recent suspension of participation by seven of its eight members in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Explore the implications of this suspension and potential paths forward for the council, including speculation about the formation of a new international body. Challenge yourself to understand the importance of the Arctic Council for addressing localized issues and preserving the Arctic's unique environment.

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