Innovative Scientific and Educational Projects of the Barents Euro-Arctic Region as a Resource for the Development of Interregional Cooperation in the Arctic

Abstract

In the context of circumpolar international cooperation within the framework of the Joint Innovative Research Agenda, of the development of a systems approach, it is important to use the resources of existing platforms for multi-level mutually beneficial cooperation. The Barents/Euro-Arctic Region, the University of the Arctic are unique examples of interaction, cooperation between the regions of the Arctic states. The Northern Dimension policy is also an important platform for such cooperation between Russia, the European Union, Iceland, and Norway. Cross-border cooperation is integral to international relations, which stimulates the sustainable development of regions, creates growth points for innovative projects and is focused on the evolution of the international economic relationship. Universities and research institutes as holders of expertise and centers for studying the best world practices and transfer of excellence occupy leading positions in the development of advanced ecosystems and the implementation of high technologies, the training of highly qualified personnel for the Arctic, creating end-to-end digital technologies, transforming priority sectors of the economy and social sphere. The article discusses international project activities as one of the most effective tools for solving these problems. The authors provide examples of successful practices aimed at solving common challenges in the Arctic region and conclude that the “Arctic fever” and intensification of the Arctic scientific partnership through programs to support the introduction of technologies and innovations, the scientific stations advancement in the Arctic latitudes directly affect the development of local territories, give impetus to economic progress and create new models of cooperation.KeywordsInternational cooperationInternational project activitiesCross-border cooperationArctic regionResearch AgendaInnovationDevelopment of territories