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New Developments in the Arctic

The past two years have seen the Arctic scene changing at an accelerating rate. Renowned polar expert Dr. Olav Orheim will examine new developments – political, climate, and transportation – occurring in the far north. Several countries, including China, India, Japan, South Korea, and Singapore, became observers to the Arctic Council in May 2013, indicating a significant increase in political attention in Asia on what is happening in the Arctic. The European Union also wants in on the action. One reason for increased interest could be that in September 2012 the ice in the Arctic Ocean had a minimum extent far below any previous record – opening new ice-free sailing routes. Other reasons could be related to resources, and a wish to be present on a scene of new political developments.

Please RSVP to [email protected] or 212.847.9725 by Friday, October 24, 2014.











When: Tue., Oct. 28, 2014 at 6:00 pm
Where: Scandinavia House: The Nordic Center in America
58 Park Ave.
212-779-3587
Price: Free; RSVP required
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The past two years have seen the Arctic scene changing at an accelerating rate. Renowned polar expert Dr. Olav Orheim will examine new developments – political, climate, and transportation – occurring in the far north. Several countries, including China, India, Japan, South Korea, and Singapore, became observers to the Arctic Council in May 2013, indicating a significant increase in political attention in Asia on what is happening in the Arctic. The European Union also wants in on the action. One reason for increased interest could be that in September 2012 the ice in the Arctic Ocean had a minimum extent far below any previous record – opening new ice-free sailing routes. Other reasons could be related to resources, and a wish to be present on a scene of new political developments.

Please RSVP to [email protected] or 212.847.9725 by Friday, October 24, 2014.

Buy tickets/get more info now