You are absolutely right. As a scientist wearing my science hat, we are hopeful that there is going to be room for that, but considering the atrocities that are going on right now, it's a difficult step to take. We also endanger Russian scientists, our colleagues and friends, when we ask them to engage. It's a very complicated, sensitive subject—I'm sure you can understand that—and we're looking to the Arctic Council and our government for guidance on that.
On May 9th, 2024. See this statement in context.