On the occasion of Nordic Day, which marks the signing of the Helsinki Treaty in 1962, we hosted a conversation about the future of Nordic cooperation in an evolving geopolitical landscape.
This event was held on 21. March in Elissa (auditorium) at the Nordic House, Reykjavík. The event was held in English.
Speakers
Veslemøy Hedvig Østrem, Editor-in-chief, Altinget Norway
Hanna Katrín Friðriksson, Member of the Nordic Council and the Icelandic parliament
Panel
Baldur Þórhallsson, Professor of Political Science
Veslemøy Hedvig Østrem, Editor-in-chief, Altinget Norway
Orri Páll Jóhansson, Member of the Nordic Council and the Icelandic parliament
Pär Ahlberger, Sweden‘s ambassador to Iceland
Hrannar Björn Arnarsson, President of the Nordic Association in Iceland
Moderator
Pia Hansson, Director of the Institute of International Affairs at the University of Iceland
„In a world marked by crises, conflicts, increasing polarization, and stigmatization of minorities, the Nordic countries are at a pivotal juncture. As both new challenges and opportunities arise, the Nordic Council has instigated a revision of the Helsinki Treaty, often referred to as the Nordic constitution. Among the aspects that are being assessed is whether Nordic cooperation should also encompass security and preparedness.
Join us in examining the implications of a broader reassessment of Nordic cooperation. As we navigate the future of the Nordic Region, the seminar will address pressing questions: How can the Nordic countries collectively safeguard peace, human rights, and security? What role does enhanced cooperation play in ensuring stability during turbulent times?“
Organized by: Nordic Cooperation and The Nordic Association in Iceland