In this fascinating discussion, Jennifer Spence, Director at the Belfer Center, Heidi Sevestre, glaciologist, Heather Conley, senior advisor at the German Marshall Fund, and Pavel Devyatkin, senior associate at The Arctic Institute, delve into the dramatic shifts occurring in the Arctic. They cover the alarming effects of climate change on ice loss and global sea levels. The conversation also highlights potential economic opportunities arising from melting ice, strategic geopolitical tensions, and the urgent need for international cooperation in safeguarding this crucial region.

Heather Conley, a senior advisor at the German Marshall Fund, Elisabeth Braw from the Atlantic Council, and Shashank Joshi, Defence Editor at The Economist, dive into the uncertainties of European defense post-Trump's victory. They explore NATO's challenges, especially the struggle for fair defense spending among member states. The conversation examines Trump's transactional approach and its impact on Europe’s military readiness, alongside the rising threats from Russia and the need for stronger alliances amid changing geopolitical landscapes.

Chris Chermak, Monocle’s senior news editor, Nicks insights from politics as Tom Nichols of The Atlantic details how Trump's resurgence reflects broader divisions in American society. Heather Conley, former Deputy Assistant Secretary of State, speculates on shifting U.S. foreign policy, while Julie Norman emphasizes democratic challenges ahead. They discuss economic pressures on European allies and the urgent need for defense strategies, all while considering Biden's final months in a politically charged landscape.