Russia’s Arctic Strategy: Energy, Infrastructure and Security

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This analysis explores Russia's advancements in security and energy infrastructure in the Arctic, suggesting geopolitical shifts.

Melting ice in the Arctic is creating new transport routes and resource access, significantly impacting geopolitical dynamics.
Russia's emphasis on military presence and hydrocarbon development highlights its strategic interests in the Arctic region amid climate changes.
Increasing competition from extra-regional actors, especially China, raises concerns over stability and governance in Arctic geopolitics.
The Arctic Council primarily addresses environmental issues, leaving military aspects and security challenges mostly unregulated.

Mikhaylova et al. (2025) studied this question.

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