2024 Arctic Strategy

This strategy lays out the Department of Defense’s approach to the Arctic as the region undergoes rapid geophysical and geopolitical change. The strategy aligns with and nests under the 2022 National Security Strategy, 2022 National Defense Strategy, and 2022 National Strategy for the Arctic Region. It also aligns with and implements the intent of the 2023 DoD Homeland Defense Policy Guidance. Climate change and shifts in the geostrategic environment drive the need for a new strategic approach to the Arctic region.