An Arctic Transformed: Potentials and Politics

In this episode, we look at the Arctic as a region in transformation - one that’s evolving due to shifting geopolitics, changing economies, and the growing impact of climate change. A panel of distinguished guests shares their insights on how the strategic imaginary of the Arctic is changing and what new possibilities and political realities are emerging as the world’s attention turns more toward this region.

Joining us today are:

• Sanjay Chaturvedi, Director of the Institute of South Asian Studies; and Dean of the Faculty of International Studies at the South Asian University
• May-Elin Stener, Ambassador of Norway to India
• Pankaj Saran, Convenor at NatStrat
• Stuti Banerjee, Senior Fellow at the Indian Council of World Affairs
• Torsten Kjølby Nielsen, Senior Arctic Official of the Kingdom of Denmark
• Harsh V. Pant, Vice President of the Observer Research Foundation, and moderator of this panel.

This conversation was recorded live at the Arctic Circle India Forum, held in New Delhi on May 3–4, 2025, and is part of the Polar Dialogue.

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