“Science in general and scientific cooperation in particular are one of the key drivers for the development of the Arctic. Intensive and sustainable development of the Arctic and Far Eastern regions, improving the quality of life of people is a priority for our state. Today, new unique enterprises, transport, industrial and social infrastructure are being created in the Arctic, and grate attention is paid to environmental protection. It is important, that this work is based on modern scientific research and engineering, which, among other things, allows taking into account the risks associated with climate change, ensuring a balance between economic development and the preservation of the unique Arctic ecosystem,” emphasized the Minister of the Russian Federation for the Development of the Far East and the Arctic Alexey Chekunkov.
The conference will be attended by Russian and foreign scientists, economists, engineers, constructors, representatives of state authorities, including federal ministers and heads of the Arctic regions of the Russian Federation. It is expected that the conference will be attended by more than 200 experts from Russia, China, India, Kazakhstan and other countries.
“The topics, that will be discussed at the conference in Yakutsk, are important for the entire planet. A changing climate is one of the most serious challenges of modern times. Therefore, it is extremely important to join forces and learn to better understand the causes and mechanisms of climate change, as well as to counter their consequences,” said Nikolai Korchunov, Ambassador-at-Large of the Russian Foreign Ministry and Chairman of the Committee of Senior Officials of the Arctic Council.