How can we effectively foster international cooperation in studying the ice-covered parts of the world, from the Arctic and Antarctic to the glaciers of the Himalayas?

Joining the conversation is Senator Musadik Masood Malik, Federal Minister for Climate Change and Environmental Coordination of Pakistan.

The Session is moderated by Ólafur Ragnar Grímsson, Chairman of Arctic Circle and Former President of Iceland.

This discussion was recorded live at the Arctic Circle Rome Forum - Polar Dialogue, held March 3rd–4th, 2026.

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