Beneath the Ice: Navigating Legal Frameworks and Collaborative Solutions for Subsea Infrastructure Protection in the Arctic
The Royal Norwegian Embassy and the Wilson Center co-hosted an engaging webinar to explore the crucial legal aspects of subsea infrastructure development in the Arctic. This event, which featured esteemed expert in international law and member of the UN International Law Commission Ambassador Rolf Einar Fife, offered an insightful examination of the challenges and opportunities within the dynamic subsea landscape of the Arctic.
As Arctic states increasingly seek to establish subsea infrastructure, the need for a robust legal framework becomes paramount. Promptly addressing legal gaps related to undersea cables and associated threats to these vital systems is imperative. This seminar shed light on the rights and obligations of states within the existing legal framework.
Ambassador Fife shared insights on the legal intricacies of subsea infrastructure development and discussed avenues for cooperation among Arctic states and resolving contentious issues in line with the principles of international law.
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