Barents Euro-Arctic Region (BEAR)

The Barents Euro-Arctic Region (BEAR) is a geographic area in Northern Europe that includes parts of Norway, Sweden, Finland, Russia, and the Atlantic Ocean. It is known for its cold climate, rich natural resources like minerals and energy, and strategic importance due to access to Arctic seas. BEAR promotes cooperation among these countries to manage environmental issues, sustainable development, and economic activities such as shipping, fishing, and resource exploration, while also encouraging scientific research and regional stability in this sensitive and increasingly accessible Arctic zone.