European Leaders Call on EU to Strengthen Arctic Presence Amid Russia Concerns
Twelve European countries meeting in Finland urged Brussels to expand its role in the Arctic, describing the region as a geopolitical flashpoint involving Russia and the United States.
Representatives from twelve European countries gathered in Finland on Monday called on the European Union to increase its presence and influence in the Arctic, according to a report by France 24.
The leaders described the Arctic as a growing geopolitical battleground, shaped in part by tensions between Russia and the policies of US President Donald Trump, the report said.
According to France 24 correspondent Eliza Herbert, the meeting reflected mounting concern among European nations about the strategic importance of the Arctic region and the need for a coordinated EU response.
Details of specific proposals discussed at the Finland meeting, including any concrete measures the EU might take to expand its Arctic role, were not immediately available.
France 24 did not specify which twelve countries participated in the talks or provide further comment from EU officials on the calls for increased engagement.
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- Leaders urge EU to boost Arctic role to tackle Russia 'threat' — France 24 — English
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