The Barents
Euro-Arctic Council was established in 1993 as a collaborative forum for the
governments of countries around the Barents Sea Region. Its members include Finland, the other Nordic countries, Russia and the EU
Commission. Observers also participate in many of the Council’s activities. The
main aim is to promote sustainable economic and social development in the Barents
Region.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry participates in various elements of
the Council’s work, including its forest sector programme.
