Nations rush to cash in as warming opens up Arctic's mineral wealth
The Arctic Council finds itself at a difficult crossroads as its member nations move to exploit the region's mineral wealth.
Arctic Council
The Arctic Council is an intergovernmental forum that promotes cooperation, coordination, and interaction among the Arctic nations on issues of sustainable development and environmental protection. With eight members and six Indigenous peoples organizations, the council serves as a key platform for addressing a range of concerns from climate change to shipping.
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