On 14–15 May, the EU Commission and the European External Action Service (EEAS) hosted the EU Arctic Forum and Indigenous Peoples' Dialogue in Brussels. The first day brought together representatives from EU institutions, researchers, politicians and entrepreneurs to discuss EU Arctic policy, geopolitical tensions, climate change and sustainable regional development in the Arctic. The second day aimed to integrate and listen to traditional and local knowledge and the experiences of indigenous peoples and youth into EU policies and international processes.
On the 13th of May, the Arctic Five and Northern Sparsely Populated Areas (NSPA) networks organised an event on the theme: Arctic perspectives in the EU research agenda. The event was held at the North Sweden/North Norway European Office in Brussels in connection with the EU Arctic Forum and the Indigenous Peoples' Dialogue. The seminar discussed the role of Arctic research in the transition the region is undergoing with the new geopolitical situation and the green transition.
The NSPA Forum 2024 invites all individuals with a keen interest in the advancement of sparsely populated areas across the Nordic region. Whether you are actively involved in addressing regional challenges, fostering cross-border collaborations, or exploring innovative opportunities for these areas, we encourage you to join us.
