Nordic Day 2024: Navigating Nordic Futures – Strengthening Cooperation for Peace and Security

NB! 16.30 – 18.00 GMT / 17.30-19.00 CET 

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?

The event takes place in English and will be live streamed. Light refreshments will be served after the program ends at 18.00. 

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

Organized by: Nordic Cooperation and The Nordic Association in Iceland