UK IN THE ARCTIC

The UK and Canada have a strategic interest in joint cooperation in the Arctic.

Last year the Royal Navy and Canadian Coast Guard signed a Memorandum of Understanding in which both countries agreed to operational and training experience navigating ships in frozen conditions.

The UK has strong relationships with Arctic States and has a responsibility to support our allies and partners to preserve the stability and security of the region, including as the leading European NATO Ally.

The UK is committed to the collective defence of NATO Allies, which includes those with territory in the Arctic.