Issues And Challenges. According To The Latest Crs Report In 2018, The Diminishment Of Arctic Sea Ice Has Led To Increased Human Activities In The Arctic, And Has Heightened Interest In, And Concerns About, The Regions Future. The Us Is An Arctic Country And Has Substantial Interests In The Region. Changes To The Arctic Brought About By Warming Temperatures Will Likely Allow More Exploration For Oil, Gas And Minerals. However, Increased Oil And Gas Exploration And Tourism Cruise Ships In The Arctic Increase The Risk Of Pollution In The Region. Additionally, Changes In Sea Ice Can Directly Affect The Health Of Arctic