Author: Rebecca Quaranta
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The Arctic’s Economic Future
Can the Arctic become a new economic frontier without sacrificing Indigenous rights and ecosystems? While economic interest in a thawing Arctic grows, Indigenous sovereignty and environmental stability remain under threat. Sustainable development in the Arctic must center Indigenous voices and protect fragile ecosystems from extractive ambitions.
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Natural Disasters and National Security:
Does the increase in natural disasters pose a military or security threat, especially in regions with delicate political climates? I write about the case of North and South Korea, examining how increasing weather events are affecting their respective political and military strategies. In my opinion, the increase in extreme weather events poses an interesting, albeit…