Copenhagen Convention

The Copenhagen Convention, specifically the 1996 Convention on the Protection of the Arctic Marine Environment, aims to protect the Arctic environment and enhance cooperation among Arctic states. It addresses issues like pollution, sustainable resource management, and conservation of marine biodiversity. The convention emphasizes the need for research and data sharing among countries to combat environmental challenges in the Arctic region, which is particularly vulnerable to climate change. Overall, it seeks to balance ecological protection with the economic interests of nations in the Arctic.