Navigating the Arctic: A Geostrategic Frontier for the U.S., Japan, and Partners

In recent years, the Arctic has quickly emerged as the new space for geostrategic competition among U.S. and its strategic competitors. Once a destination for expedition and scientific exploration, today’s Arctic is increasingly becoming a space where countries vigorously compete to establish presence and influence. In this environment, what can the U.S., Japan, Canada, and European countries do to pursue cooperation in this new geostrategic space? What are the pitfalls and roadblocks for such cooperation? Following an overview of the geostrategic environment presented by CAPT Takahiro Ishihara (ret., JMSDF), RADM Saunes (ret.), Dr. Piché, and Dr. Dahlstrand will join CAPT Ishihara (ret.) for an expert discussion moderated by Yuki Tatsumi.