Commentary

China and its Arctic Trajectories: The Arctic Institute’s China Series 2020

China’s Arctic engagement has increased considerably. The Arctic Institute’s 2020 series analyses China’s Arctic

Trailblazer in the Arctic: A Tribute to the First African American to Reach Both Poles

The first black woman became the first black person to visit the North and South pole. Her journey and legacy will

It’s Our Table: Indigenous People Shaping Arctic Policy

Jen Nelson, an indigenous woman from King Cove, Alaska, examines the importance of indigenous people leading discussion

The Nuances of Geopolitics in the Arctic

To better understand geopolitics in the Arctic, we need to separate between levels of security analysis and different

WANTED: A Sustained, Engaged, and Committed American Arctic Nation

The U.S. has the potential to act courageously and cooperatively across the Arctic, but it is up to Congress to support

Swimming Away! Arctic Fisheries and International Cooperation

International fisheries cooperation, between Iceland, the Faroe Island and the EU, tested as fish stocks swim North due

Who really cares about Greenland?

Our problem is not U.S. President Trump wanting to buy Greenland. Our problem is the artificial hype the tweet caused

Climate Change Migration, Cultures, & Alaska’ Foreboding Ghost Village

To plan for climate change migration, U.S. cities must include support for the cultures damaged in climate change

Beyond Polar Bears: Biodiversity Loss Threatens Life in the Arctic

Biodiversity loss threatens sustainable development. In order to prevent further biodiversity loss, we need