Rasmus Leander Nielsen

Rasmus Leander Nielsen, an expert in Greenlandic foreign policy and the head of NASIFIC at the University of Greenland, dives into Greenland's evolving role in Arctic diplomacy. He discusses how the Covid-19 pandemic and the Russian invasion of Ukraine have reshaped Arctic governance. Nielsen highlights Greenland's rising independence since the 1970s and the complexity of its relationships with larger powers like the U.S. The conversation also navigates the challenges of leading the Arctic Council amidst geopolitical tensions and the need for sustainable initiatives.