Andreas Østhagen The Arctic Institute, June 1, 2023. Related research area(s)Arctic and Ocean PoliticsLinksThis short article discusses some of the analytical pitfalls that continue to occur in Arctic debates. Bear in mind that this concerns unpacking geopolitics – i.e. the chance of, or ongoing, disputes and conflicts between states over issues in, or related to, the Arctic. Other Arctic issues—ranging from climate change adaptation to local resource development—have their own sets of pitfalls and misconceptions.