The leaders of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, Denmark and the United Kingdom issued a joint statement saying that Arctic security remains a key European priority and is also critical to international and transatlantic security. NATO has made it clear that the Arctic region is a priority, and European allies are stepping up their efforts. The statement said that, therefore, Arctic security must be achieved collectively through cooperation with NATO allies, including the United States.

The leaders of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, Denmark and the United Kingdom issued a joint statement saying that Arctic security remains a key European priority and is also critical to international and transatlantic security. NATO has made it clear that the Arctic region is a priority, and European allies are stepping up their efforts. The statement said that, therefore, Arctic security must be achieved collectively through cooperation with NATO allies, including the United States.