Navigating the New Arctic - Climate Change, Geopolitics, and Security Challenges
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the complex geopolitical landscape of the Arctic in this 27-minute panel discussion from The Aspen Institute. Delve into the profound impacts of climate change on the region, examining how melting ice is creating new opportunities for resource extraction and exploration. Analyze the intensifying power competition among nations vying for Arctic influence, with a focus on American priorities. Gain insights from experts as they discuss critical issues such as military presence, international cooperation, China's "polar power" ambitions, and the implications for indigenous communities. Learn about strategic trends, weapons systems, and the role of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency in Arctic operations. Understand the concept of the "Great Game" in the context of Arctic politics, and explore the importance of digital elevation models and domain awareness. Examine U.S. Arctic activities, channels of communication, and the role of combatant commands in this rapidly changing frontier.
Syllabus
Intro
Weapons Systems
NGA
Strategic Trends
The Great Game
Digital Elevation Model
US Arctic Activities
Domain Awareness
Channels of Communication
combatant commands in the Arctic
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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