This section defines the Arctic region and explains the complexities of Arctic governance through the Arctic Council. The Council consists of the eight Arctic States, six Arctic Indigenous Peoples’ Organisations as Permanent Participants, a unique arrangement. There are also other Observers who have to abide by an Observer Manual.
The Arctic: Dynamic Partnerships and Communities
New international partnerships for the UK in this fragile, and vitally important, part of the world.
Polar Patrol
How is tourism governed?
Northwest and Northeast passages
How will governance change in the Arctic with the increased use of these shipping routes?
The Arctic Council
Promoting cooperation, coordination and interaction.