The Kastelholm Peace Talks 2026, scheduled for March 19, will focus on "The Sea as a Space for Cooperation and Conflict." This annual event, organized by the cccsland Islands Peace Institute, aims to foster dialogue on peace, security, and societal development. The discussions will explore historical and contemporary maritime issues, including territorial disputes and international agreements on marine environments. Notable speakers include Dr. Marie Jacobsson, former Principal Legal Adviser on International Law at the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs; Kuupik Kleist, former Prime Minister of Greenland; and Henrik Ringbom, Professor of Maritime Law at scsccsbo Akademi University. The event will be held at Kastelholm Castle and the Mariehamn City Library, with sessions open to the public upon registration.
