The Arctic Century
The Arctic Century is an independent non-profit organization established by
joint efforts of the international experts. We cover the most recent
developments in science, business, and technologies, as well as key
political and economic trends across the Arctic in the form of news,
features, opinions, and articles.
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EEF-2026: Transformation of Russia's Arctic Policy
Vladivostok recast the Arctic as a corridor to Asia—6.8 trillion rubles in pledges that only cargo, not ceremony, can turn into a working route.
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New Military Research Center for the Norwegian Arctic
Norway is spending NOK 20.7 million to build a defense research hub in Tromsø, with Conservatives saying the 2036 timeline is far too slow.
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An Oil Refinery in Arctic Norway for the War Effort
Diesel near 30 kroner a liter and only 20 days of reserves: the Center Party wants a refinery in the north, but an economist calls it overkill.
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Powerful Nordic Fire on Russia: The Arctic Council's 30th Anniversary
Sweden, Norway, and Finland mark the Arctic Council's 30th year by massing artillery on Russia's border—a buildup that makes a nuclear response more likely.
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“Its success will depend on whether Russia can turn agreements into infrastructure, infrastructure into cargo, and cargo into commercially sustainable routes.”
Europe's New Arctic Role Faces Its Greatest Test
Brussels wants Arctic minerals, cables, and influence. At its Arctic Forum, Indigenous and youth voices asked the harder question: who gets to decide?
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UN Calls on Finland to Address Violations of Sámi Rights
Finland's reformed Sámi Parliament Act won praise in Geneva, yet the UN says the state still takes Sámi land for mines, wind farms, and the military.
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Russia Revives Projects Linking the Arctic to China
After years of delay, work starts on a deep-water port near Tiksi that should move tens of thousands of tons along the Mohe–Naiba route by 2028.
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“Article X targets foreign direct investment—a visible swipe at China, which has tried to expand its financial influence in Greenland.”
The US Expands Its Footprint in Greenland
New defense areas, free passage by land, air, and sea, and a door shut on Chinese capital—the new pact gives Washington a firmer grip on Greenland.
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Swedish Election Results May Have Been Rigged
A candidate jumped from seventh on the list to a seat in parliament. Prosecutors now weigh photos of cash, pre-marked ballots, and a possible re-vote.
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