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  • May 3–4, 2025
  • New Delhi, Taj Palace

The Arctic Circle India Forum

The Polar Order: The Arctic and Asia
Science - Geopolitics - Climate - Business

PROGRAM PUBLISHED!

Take a look at the 30 sessions with 80 speakers from 16 countries in our Arctic Circle India Forum Program!

REGISTRATIONS

Registration for the India Forum is now closed!

The India Forum was co-hosted with the Observer Research Foundation, in collaboration with the Ministry of Earth Sciences and the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India.

The India Forum was co-hosted by Arctic Circle and the Observer Research Foundation (ORF), in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs and the Ministry of Earth Sciences of India. It took place in New Delhi at the Taj Palace on 3-4 May 2025.

The theme of the Forum was The Polar Order: The Arctic and Asia | Science - Geopolitics - Climate - Business. Focusing on Asia’s growing role in Arctic affairs, including in polar research cooperation, business opportunities, climate and sustainable development, maritime activities, and geopolitical dynamics. With Asia seeking to play a growing role in Arctic affairs, this event highlighted how developments in the region are shaping global politics, trade, and sustainability—especially in a time of heightened geopolitical instability.

Hosted in India, the world's most populous country and a fast-growing economy, the Forum underscored the Arctic’s growing relevance beyond its immediate region. Sessions focused on climate change, global governance, and resource management, helping local businesses and institutions connect with international experts. In times of rising temperatures and tensions, uplifting and prioritizing scientific cooperation was vital to address global challenges.

As global interest in the Arctic intensifies, the India Forum provided a platform for critical discussions on cooperation, competition, and the future of the polar regions in an evolving world order.

Announcement

The Arctic Circle India Forum was announced at the 2024 Arctic Circle Assembly by Rear Admiral TVN Prasanna, Joint Secretary of the Government of India.

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