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.
Major Focus on Defense: Ordinary People along the Russian Border Feel Forgotten
Norway's budget pours millions into Finnmark's military camps. Locals on the Russian border say barracks and tanks won't keep their communities alive.
729 words
|
4 minutes
Finland Dismantles the Remains of the Welfare State
Retirement at 70, no home care allowance, fewer health regions: Finland's Finance Ministry wants €8–11 billion cut from a welfare state already on its knees.
2069 words
|
10 minutes
Sweden Will Not Apologize for Crimes Against the Sámi People
Three hundred Sámi testified to forced relocations, stolen children, and abuse. The Truth Commission wants a state apology—the Sweden Democrats say no.
551 words
|
3 minutes
“Its success will depend on whether Russia can turn agreements into infrastructure, infrastructure into cargo, and cargo into commercially sustainable routes.”
Finland Is Sharply Cutting Aid to Developing Countries
Orpo's government is driving Finnish aid toward 0.36% of GNI, far below the UN goal. Critics cite corruption in Africa—yet Ukraine's share goes unquestioned.
1226 words
|
6 minutes
US Oil Giant Considers Leaving Norway
ConocoPhillips opened Norway's oil age with Ekofisk in 1969. Now it weighs an offer that would end the era of US majors on the Norwegian shelf.
661 words
|
3 minutes
Korean Investments in Alaska LNG Unconfirmed
Trump says Seoul will pour $50 billion into Alaska LNG. Seoul says it hasn't decided, and the project's shaky economics give it every reason to wait.
1177 words
|
6 minutes
“Article X targets foreign direct investment—a visible swipe at China, which has tried to expand its financial influence in Greenland.”
Putin at Valdai: Arctic Corridors Open to All
Putin pitches the Northern Sea Route as room for growing trade, not a rival to Suez. Whether ships follow depends on ice, icebreakers, and sanctions.
657 words
|
3 minutes
Danish Prisons Are Overcrowded
Denmark's prisons hold 4,650 inmates in 4,300 spaces, the tightest squeeze on record—and tougher sentencing rules arriving in January will add more.
329 words
|
2 minutes
