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CONCLUSION The Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) provides a comprehensive analysis of the Kolarctic programme for 2021-2027 based on an integrated approach that ensures the implementation of both provisions of the legislation of the Russian Federation and the Directives o f the European Commission. The SEA is aimed at its practical use by interested parties and potential applicants (for example, by preparation of project ideas, as well as a guide to project implementation). A common challenge faced by all regions in the Kolarctic programme area is the preservation of biodiversity and natural environment in the Arctic, as well as human well-being and public health. Therefore, the main sectors of regional economies, namely mining industry, agriculture and forestry, fishery, aquaculture and tourism should ensure environmentally sustainable use of natural resources. Specially protected natural areas contributing to preservation of biodiversity and habitats of Arctic species also have national and regional importance in this regard. Climate change adaptation and mitigation are the policy priorities of the Russian Federation and the European Union. Therefore, the transition to low-carbon economy, green growth, advanced use of digital technologies and innovations, elaboration o f preventive measures based also on traditional knowledge o f local communities are of key importance for the Programme area. Natural resources are the backbone of traditional economic activities of indigenous peoples. The tourism and hospitality industry also depends on the state of natural resources and objects of tangible and intangible cultural heritage. Tourism is a growing and at the same time a vulnerable economic sector, highly interdependent on the development of transport, public catering, culture and other spheres. The environmental risks associated with tourism have not yet been fully explored. However, taking into account the persisting demographic challenges and the important role of tourism in increasing attractiveness of the region, both in terms of living and visiting, it is crucial to pay attention to the development of culture and tourism industry with regard to all environmental aspects. We believe that the sufficient synergy between the Programme, national strategies and the EU strategieshas been achieved in the Kolarcticprogramme documents for 2021-2027. This synergy is based on the common goals of sustainable development in the participating countries. The goals and objectives of the KolarcticProgramme fully reflect the main current trends in the development of the Arctic territories. Implementation ofjoint project initiatives will go in line with the Russian and EU legislation, promote widely adopted principles of environmental conservation, and contribute to the socio-economic development in the whole Programme area. 35