The strategy sets out four priorities including strengthening security, mitigating climate change, promoting prosperity, and creating opportunities for people and communities.
The EU will work with its member states and Arctic partners, as well as NATO, to improve preparedness, protect critical infrastructure, and strengthen operational capabilities in the region’s harsh conditions. This will include expanding Europe’s capacity to build and operate icebreakers.
The EU plans to establish a maritime security center to enable EU members and partners to share information and monitor maritime activities.
European seaports, railways, energy hubs, and digital networks will be connected with transportation and trade networks in the Arctic.
