Lillan and Robert D. Stuart Jr. Center in Euro-Atlantic and Northern European Studies
The Stuart Center produces forward-looking research and analysis on the changing geopolitical trends and dynamics in Northern Europe and the Arctic
In honor of the life and achievements of the late Robert D. Stuart Jr., former U.S. Ambassador to Norway, and his wife Lillan, the Stuart Center is dedicated to greater understanding of Northern Europe’s political, security, economic, and energy developments with a strong focus on the regional implications of a rapidly changing Arctic; revitalizing NATO’s collective defense and security cooperation role in Northern Europe; and strengthening the Euro-Atlantic partnership as a whole.
The Stuart Center is overseen by an Advisory Council comprised of engaged transatlantists who are leaders in the diplomatic, security, and political fields, as well as experts in Northern European and Arctic affairs. Geographically diverse, the Stuart Center Advisory Council membership includes representation from the five Nordic countries, the Baltic region and the United States.
With support from the Stuart Center, CSIS launched the Arctic Military Activity Tracker in 2021. Recognizing that the Arctic is an increasingly militarized region and that its geopolitical importance is growing, the tracker serves as an up-to-date repository of military incidents for use by experts, policymakers, and academia.
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Arctic Geopolitics: Svalbard and the European High North
Event — October 10, 2023
Arctic Geopolitics: The Svalbard Archipelago
Brief by Andreas Østhagen Otto Svendsen and Max Bergmann — September 14, 2023
Arctic Security after a Year of War
Event — January 25, 2023
The Russian Arctic Threat: Consequences of the Ukraine War
Brief by Colin Wall and Njord Wegge — January 25, 2023
Artificial Intelligence and the Arctic
Report by Colin Wall Lieutenant Commander Michael Bielby and Lillian "Doc" Alessa — December 2, 2022
At a Crossroads: Finland's Perspectives on Transatlantic Security
Event — May 27, 2022
Will Finland and Sweden Join NATO?
Critical Questions by Colin Wall Sean Monaghan and Pierre Morcos — April 15, 2022
The Joint Expeditionary Force: Global Britain in Northern Europe?
Commentary by Sean Monaghan — March 25, 2022
An Effort to Save the Nordic Welfare State
Blog Post — February 8, 2022
The Joint Expeditionary Force: Toward a Stronger and More Capable European Defense?
Commentary by Sean Monaghan — October 12, 2021