What are NATO’s strategic priorities in the Arctic, and how is the Alliance responding to evolving security challenges in the region?

Joining the conversation is Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone, Chair of the NATO Military Committee. His remarks are followed by an open Q&A with the audience moderated by Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and former President of Iceland.

This Session was recorded live at the 2025 Arctic Circle Assembly, held in Reykjavík, Iceland, from October 16th to 18th.

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