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Russia and the Future of the Arctic
Russia—the state with the longest Arctic coastline—is embarking on an ambitious plan to benefit from the vast natural resources of the region, while undertaking a...
As one of the strongest players in the high north, Russia will be key in determining the future of the region, which is facing challenges brought about by global warming.
- Nivedita Kapoor
- ORF
This paper examines Russia’s aims and plans for the Arctic. It analyses opposing hypotheses on crucial issues and finds that while Russia wants to maintain the status quo, there are elements of both cooperation and…
Introduction
In early 2021, Russia began its two-year turn with the rotating chairmanship of the…