Canada launches new Arctic foreign policy to enhance security and cooperation

Canada is launching a new Arctic foreign policy to enhance its security in the North. This includes appointing a new Arctic ambassador and establishing consulates in Alaska and Greenland to strengthen ties with the U.S. and Nordic countries. The policy aims to improve information sharing with local and Indigenous governments and address security threats from foreign nations, particularly Russia and China. It emphasizes collaboration with Arctic allies and a focus on research security. The government is committing $34.7 million over five years to support these initiatives, which will also involve increased contributions to the Arctic Council. The policy reflects a renewed focus on Arctic security amid growing geopolitical tensions.