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DESCRIPTION:<p>Organizer: UArctic Gongress</p><p class="calibri">This sessi
 on explores international relations and geopolitical stability in the Arct
 ic\, with a particular focus on the crucial role of science diplomacy. Ami
 dst shifting alliances and heightened tensions\, traditional avenues for A
 rctic governance face unprecedented challenges. However\, with Arctic clim
 ate and environmental changes impacting the entire planet\, shared environ
 mental and climate concerns worldwide present an opportunity for expanded 
 engagement\, fostering a “window of opportunity” through scientific (i
 nclusive of Indigenous Sciences and multiple ways of knowing) collaboratio
 n.&nbsp\;</p>\n<p class="calibri">The session focuses on broadening the un
 derstanding of science diplomacy\, e.g.\, how science can encourage diplom
 acy and maintain dialogue and cooperation among the diverse political sove
 reigns with stakes in the Arctic (i.e.\, between states and also Indigenou
 s Peoples) focusing on shared values\, even when political ties are strain
 ed.&nbsp\;</p>\n<p class="calibri">This session will highlight how collabo
 rative scientific endeavors like Fifth International Polar Year (IPY-5) in
  2032-2033\, can address urgent environmental crises and foster internatio
 nal relations\, support inclusion of Global South and Indigenous Peoples
 ’ views\, build trust\, and lay groundwork for enhanced geopolitical sta
 bility in the Arctic\, transcending current political divides. This sessio
 n is relevant in the current geopolitical climate\, where traditional mech
 anisms for Arctic cooperation are limited. It offers a forward-looking per
 spective on how scientific and research collaboration\, particularly throu
 gh IPY-5\, can provide both political and non-political pathways for engag
 ement and trust-building. We will critically examine the role of science d
 iplomacy in IPY-5 and highlight challenges and opportunities. We are looki
 ng for contributions from diverse stake and rightsholders\, including scie
 ntists\, policymakers\, Indigenous people\, youth and other</p>
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SUMMARY:Arctic Science Diplomacy as a Catalyst for Geopolitical Stability T
 owards International Polar Year /(IPY-5)
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