The President of the European Council, António Costa, said today, in Finland, that the European Union must adapt to the new geopolitical reality affecting security in the Arctic. During his speech, Costa noted that the region is a victim of the "weakening of the multilateral system," in which "sovereignty and respect for territorial integrity can no longer be taken for granted." The European leader also emphasized that fundamental concepts of international law are being called into question in the Arctic context.
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Costa says EU must adapt to new geopolitics affecting the Arctic
dnoticias.pt14 September 2026 at 14:10
Why this matters
Costa's statement reflects the EU's concern about the deteriorating security situation in the Arctic, which could affect EU member states' policies and defense cooperation in the Arctic. This statement comes in a context of increasing geopolitical tensions, and is significant for readers interested in European security and multilateralism.
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