Defense and Security

Neo-Colonial Security Policies in the Arctic

Security policies are often framed as neutral decisions. However, colonialism plays a role in deciding which policies

Geopolitics of Subsea Cables in the Arctic

Considering security and geopolitics, this article traces the evolution of recent Arctic subsea cable

Getting US Arctic Security Right

There are at least three different levels of US' Arctic security policy, which must be unpacked as the US is gearing up

Revitalizing France’s Sight on the High North: Arctic Environmental and Security Elements of the New French Polar Strategy

The 2022 French polar strategy features strong Arctic environmental and security aspects and displays a shift from

Arctic Military Infrastructure: The Olavsvern case

The development of the Olavsvern, from a military fuel depot to an important naval base for NATO, has spanned four

Iqaluit’s water crisis highlights deeper issues with Arctic infrastructure

Iqaluit’s water crisis highlights the need to support a resilient Arctic through plans to build climate-informed

Without Icebreakers, Arctic Infrastructure Won’t Matter

The U.S. must continue investing in icebreaker programs to ensure a sustainable development of the U.S. Arctic.

Underneath the Ice: Undersea Cables, the Arctic Circle, and International Security

Undersea cables are important in defense and security matters, but have few international policies or laws governing

Infrastructure in the Arctic: The Arctic Institute Infrastructure Series

Infrastructure in the Arctic provides a useful lens through which to explore larger issues, from geopolitics to