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Arctic Issues Becoming Global Issues

April 17, 2017

Once viewed as local and regional in nature and impact, Arctic issues are becoming global issues. Wilson Center Polar Initiative Director Mike Sfraga explains why in this edition of Wilson Center NOW.

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Michael Sfraga

Dr. Michael Sfraga

Chair & Distinguished Fellow, Polar Institute // Chair, US Arctic Research Commission

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John Milewski

John Milewski

Director of Digital Programming; Moderator, Wilson Center NOW

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Since its inception in 2017, the Polar Institute has become a premier forum for discussion and policy analysis of Arctic and Antarctic issues, and is known in Washington, DC and elsewhere as the Arctic Public Square. The Institute holistically studies the central policy issues facing these regions—with an emphasis on Arctic governance, climate change, economic development, scientific research, security, and Indigenous communities—and communicates trusted analysis to policymakers and other stakeholders. Read more

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