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16 May 2013: Addressing Climate Change Focal Point of Arctic Summit
The warming of the Arctic and the overall planetary trend of climate change were the dominant topics as the Arctic Council met May 15 in Kiruna, Sweden.
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15 May 2013: Kiruna Declaration: On the Occasion of the Eighth Ministerial Meeting of the Arctic Council
At the conclusion of the Eighth Arctic Council Ministerial Session, the eight member states have released a declaration on the Session's achievements.
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15 May 2013: Agreement on Cooperation on Marine Oil Pollution Preparedness and Response in the Arctic
The eight member states of the Arctic Council, including the United States and Canada, have agreed to strengthen their cooperation, coordination and mutual assistance when dealing with marine oil pollution in the Arctic.
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15 May 2013: Arctic Council Ministerial Session
Secretary Kerry: "There is nothing that should unite us quite like our concern for both the promise and the challenges of the northern-most reaches of the earth."
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14 May 2013: Secretary Kerry on Climate Change, Future of the Arctic
In advance of the Arctic Council Ministerial Session, Secretary Kerry writes about the important issues facing the region.
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13 May 2013: Arctic Nations Plan for Spills, Environmental Change
Secretary of State John Kerry will join counterparts from seven other nations May 15 to discuss their shared stewardship of the Arctic, its fragile environment and its unique biodiversity.
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10 May 2013: DOD's Role in National Arctic Strategy
The Defense Department worked closely with other federal agencies in support of the National Security Staff effort that generated the National Strategy for the Arctic Region released today.
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