The subthemes of 2020 are Geo-economy, People, Climate and Food. We will explore topics such as High North scenarios, infrastructure, investment possibilities, blue economy and regional economic development. We are developing an exciting and varied program, and the information on our webpages will be updated continuously.

The conference coincides with week-long Master and PhD courses that gather graduate students from Norway, Russia, China and several other countries. You are also invited to take part in our High North Dialogue Research Workshop March 19-20, connecting scholars across academic fields to discuss the aspects of growth in the Arctic. Please submit an abstract of your research paper here.

For the fifth year in a row, the High North Hero Award will be presented to a person or organization that has contributed to highlighting the importance of the High North. Please nominate your candidate by February 1st.

For the third year in a row, the High North Young Entrepreneur Award will be presented to individual entrepreneurs or a company with an idea related to the circumpolar north. Please nominate your candidate or apply by the 10th of February.

For more information on the conference, registration and dates, please refer to our website at www.highnorthdialogue.com.