Secretary Antony J. Blinken Intervention at Arctic Council Ministerial

Foreign ministers, permanent participant heads of delegation, working group representatives, Arctic Council observers and guests, it really is an honor to join you for this meeting of the Arctic Council.  And I’m especially pleased to be here today with Senator Lisa Murkowski from Alaska, a longstanding leader and expert on Arctic issues. Read More»

Release of the 2021 Arctic Council Joint Declaration and Strategic Plan in Reykjavik, Iceland

Today, at the 12th Arctic Council Ministerial meeting in Reykjavik, Iceland, foreign ministers from all eight Arctic States signed onto the 2021 joint declaration reaffirming the Council’s commitment to maintain peace, stability, and constructive cooperation in the Arctic region, emphasizing Arctic States’ unique position to promote responsible governance in the region, and asserting the importance ... Read More»

Reinforcing the U.S. Commitment to the Arctic at the Arctic Council Ministerial May 19-20, 2021

Secretary Blinken will lead the U.S. delegation to the 12th Ministerial Meeting of the Arctic Council May 19-20, in Reykjavik, Iceland.  The United States will join the seven other Arctic States and six Permanent Participants at this biennial gathering to ensure the region remains free of conflict and to strengthen cooperation on issues such as ... Read More»

Artic Council Ministerial, Reykjavik, Iceland

The 12th Ministerial meeting of the Arctic Council will mark the end of the two-year Icelandic Chairmanship term. The meeting will be held on 20th May 2021 in Reykjavik, Iceland. It provides an opportunity to review the Council’s activities and accomplishments under Iceland’s Chairmanship. It will also see the Russian Federation assume the role for ... Read More»

Preview of Secretary Blinken’s Trip to the Arctic Council

Senior Official for the U.S. Department of State E Under Secretariat and Acting Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs Ambassador Marcia Bernicat previews Secretary Blinken's participation at the Arctic Council Ministerial meetings this week. The United States commends Iceland on their productive Chairmanship these past two years. Read More»
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