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 the leading intergovernmental forum for promoting cooperation on issues related to the Arctic, particularly sustainable development and environmental protection. It was established in 1996 and includes the eight Arctic ntates, six organizations for Indigenous people, and observers. It focuses on topics like Arctic people, biodiversity, climate, ocean, pollutants, and emergencies.
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