About the Forum
The 6th ‘Arctic: Territory of Dialogue’ International Arctic Forum
26–27 March 2025, Murmansk
The slogan of the Forum was ‘To Live in the North’, which not only symbolizes the desire to create a comfortable living environment in the harsh conditions of the North, but also underscores the region’s strategic importance as a key space for economic development and international cooperation..
The International Arctic Forum is a key platform for discussing current issues concerning the socioeconomic development of the Arctic territories and formulating effective mechanisms for the joint use and development of the Arctic region’s vast resources at various levels.
THIS YEAR THE FORUM WAS PROVIDE A PLATFORM FOR AN EXTENSIVE DIALOGUE ABOUT THE FOLLOWING ISSUES CONCERNING THE REGION’S SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT:
Development of the Northern Sea Route
Ways to attract investment and develop the Arctic resource base
International cooperation and the environment
Development of key settlements
Promotion of scientific and cultural initiatives in the region
Infrastructure and technology
Preferences for Arctic business
Creation of comfortable living conditions
Support for Indigenous minorities of the North
OPPORTUNITIES FOR FORUM PARTICIPANTS
FIND OUT THE LATEST NEWS ABOUT THE ARCTIC REGION
The Forum provides an opportunity to get the latest information about the current state of the Arctic zone’s economy, including its resources, infrastructure projects, and investment opportunities.
Participants will be able to learn about new strategies and technologies that facilitate business development in the Far North.
SPACE FOR BUSINESS COMMUNICATION AND NETWORKING
Unique conditions have been created to intensify cooperation and the dialogue between representatives of business, government, and society from Russia and other countries.
EXTENSIVE BUSINESS PROGRAMME
Dozens of events in the format of panel sessions, roundtables, debates, business breakfasts, and business dialogues.
The Forum agenda reflects Russia’s comprehensive approach to solving challenges in the Arctic, taking into account long-term prospects.
“Right now, the Arctic is becoming a land of opportunity for the entire country. With the restructuring of traditional technological chains and growing participation in large-scale Arctic projects, vast prospects are opening up for enterprises across the country and for creative, innovative individuals. The development of the Northern Sea Route as the main transport artery in the Arctic, along with the construction of new rail links to northern ports, will also have a multiplier effect for the whole country.”
ANTON KOBYAKOV
Adviser to the President of the Russian Federation