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.
Protesters Chained Themselves In Northern Norway To Stop Mine Construction
Before the decision from Hammerfest municipality whether Nussir ASA can continue the tunnel work, activists from Natur og Ungdom have set up a tent at the construction site.
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Re-Election To The Sami Parliament In Sweden In October
Sweden is known worldwide for violating the rights and freedoms of the Sámi people, the country's indigenous population living mainly in the country's northern provinces.
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Back To Cooperation Between Russia And South Korea In The Arctic?
The boycott of cooperation with Russia, initiated by Western countries because of the special military operation in Ukraine, is likely to continue in the foreseeable future. Therefore, the turn of Russia's Arctic policy to the East looks reasonable.
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Finns Became The Third Fattest Nation In Europe
In 2014, Finns were the 15th fattest nation in Europe, but less than ten years later, in 2022, the Finns' ranking rose to third.
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Salty Success: The Unexpected Impact Of Herring On History
Access to food sources has been a key factor in development throughout most of human history... How has herring defined the history of nations?
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Sweden To Export Dangerous Prisoners To Estonian Jail
The Estonian Ministry of Justice and Digital Affairs has sent a draft prison lease agreement between Estonia and Sweden to the government for approval, which, upon entry into force, would send 600 Swedish prisoners to Tartu Prison.
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New Uniform For Nordic Military Personnel
The first Nordic Combat Uniforms were handed out to the first Danish soldiers on Friday, June 27. This is the start of a two-year process to replace the old ones.
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China's Conceptualisation Of Its Identity In Arctic Affairs
As China's appetite in the Arctic grows and its activities in this region expand, Beijing has stepped up its efforts to conceptualise its identity in Arctic affairs and make it internationally recognised.
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