The Arctic Century
The Arctic Century is an independent non-profit organisation 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.
Texas-based Greenland Energy Company hopes to find 13 billion barrels of oil in Jameson Land this summer, but geologists estimate the odds are slim, and an existing oil ban adds further legal uncertainty.
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Amnesty International Found but One 'Bright Spot' in Finland
In its annual report, Amnesty International criticizes Finland's withdrawal from the Ottawa Treaty and the Orpo government's social security cuts, while praising the reform of the Sámi Parliament Act as the year's sole bright spot.
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Greenland and the Faroe Islands Are Urgently Calling for Reform of the Commonwealth
It is crucial to change the current construction between Greenland and Denmark if one wants to be stronger in the future. Otherwise, the frustrations will continue, says the new member of parliament.
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Korea: National Renewal through the Arctic Dimension
The Republic of Korea is preparing the largest strategic plan in its history—a bid for national renewal built around a second economic pole in the south and the Northern Sea Route as its external growth driver.
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British Crusade to the "Shadow Fleet"
Britain has taken a leading role in the West's fight against Russia's so-called 'shadow fleet', but legal obstacles, shifting oil markets, and the Iran War may yet stall the crusade before it escalates into open confrontation.
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A Finnish Pilot Flew the F-35 for the First Time
A Finnish Air Force pilot flew the F-35 fighter jet for the first time at Ebbing Air National Guard Base in Arkansas. About 20 Finnish pilots will train in the United States, with full operational capability planned by the end of 2030.
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Norwegian Goliat Oil Field's Extended Life
Vår Energi submits a revised development plan to extend the Goliat field's life by ten years to around 2050, adding 112 million barrels of reserves and enabling gas exports via Hammerfest LNG.
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Icelanders Are Increasingly Less Supportive of Joining the EU
According to a Gallup poll, 54% of those who took a position are opposed to Iceland joining the European Union. This opposition is growing from survey to survey.
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Searching for 13 Billion Barrels of Oil in East Greenland
Texas-based Greenland Energy Company hopes to find 13 billion barrels of oil in Jameson Land this summer, but geologists estimate the odds are slim, and an existing oil ban adds further legal uncertainty.
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