Norway, Russia Strengthen Arctic Relations
The two intend to deepen cooperation in the Arctic region. The reason? A country far away from the North Pole.
Scandinavia
America Needs an Arctic Strategy
The polar region promises shorter trade routes and natural riches. The United States cannot afford to miss out.
Finland, Netherlands Resist Expansion Bailout Fund
Dutch and Finnish leaders oppose expanding Europe’s bailout fund but urge a quick resolution to its debt crisis.
Socialists May Return to Power in Denmark
Denmark’s ruling coalition of conservatives and liberals is likely to be unseated in favor of a left-wing government.
Gunman Targets Norway’s Social Democrat Party
An explosion damages government buildings in Oslo and 68 youth activists are murdered.
Arctic Council Signals Rulemaking Maturation
The nations of the Arctic are cautiously starting to cooperate but remain competitors for the region’s vast hydrocarbon reserves.
Europe’s Open Borders Compromised
The free movement of people, goods and services in Europe is in jeopardy as countries try to keep migrants out.
Cameron Brings Northern Europe Together
“Right across the north of Europe there stretches an alliance of common interests,” said the British prime minister.
Economic Freedom in Denmark and Sweden
How can two of Scandinavia’s welfare states rank among the economically freest countries in the world?
The Rise of a New Right in Europe
From Britain to Scandinavia to Central Europe, conservatives are stepping up.
European Navies Train for Coastal Warfare
Thirteen European navies exercise in the Baltic Sea, preparing for operations in confined and shallow waters.
Fear of Change Propels Populists to Power
Anti-immigration movements are on the rise, but there may be more to their success than Islam.
Rise, Arctic, Rise!
Russian Prime Minister Putin promises that the Arctic will remain “battle free” while Laurence Smith dreams of a “New North.”
Anti-Islamism as Impediment to Growth
Are Denmark’s strict immigration policies to blame for its recent lack of economic growth?
Cold Response
NATO forces exercise north of the Arctic Circle to test cold weather operations and interoperability.