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.
Which Country Will Denmark Deter With Long-Range Weapons, Russia Or The United States?
It is well known, the immediate threat to Denmark's territorial integrity and sovereignty currently comes from the United States, whose president has repeatedly expressed a desire to annex Greenland (which constitutes over 97% of its territory), not ruling out the use of military force if necessary.
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JERA To Fully Consider Procuring LNG From Alaska
Japan's largest electricity generating company JERA announced on September 11 that it will begin full-scale consideration of procuring LNG from a liquefied natural gas project planned by US energy company Glenfarn in Alaska. The purchase volume is expected to be over 1 million tonnes per year, under a 20-year long-term contract. Detailed information on the development status will be shared, and a final decision on whether to procure LNG will be made.
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Trump Twists South Korea's Arms To Participate In Gas Megaproject
The Alaska Liquefied Natural Gas Project, a key project promoted by the US Trump administration, is accelerating toward a final investment decision within the year.
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Italy Pushes Further Into The Arctic
The 2025 campaign confirms Italy's stable and established presence in the Arctic and represents one of the most significant initiatives of the country's engagement in the region, conducted within a strongly institutional framework such as that of the Armed Forces.
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Giant Gas Project In Alaska Is Moving Forward
One day after announcing a deal with Japan’s largest electrical producer, the lead developer of the proposed trans-Alaska gas pipeline has revealed a second agreement, this time with POSCO International Corp. a South Korean steel manufacturer.
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Unclear Plan To Build 700 Homes In Nunavut Through New Federal Agency
The federal government will partner with Nunavut Housing Corp. to build 700 homes in the territory through the new Build Canada Homes agency—but so far, few details have been released.
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US Dropped From The Largest Arms Purchase In Danish History
The Danish Defence has received the green light from the Defence Settlement Group to acquire eight medium- or long-range, ground-based air defence systems for more than 50 billion kroner.
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Finnish School Faces Crises
The number of comprehensive schools in Finland is almost halving at a very rapid pace. This is what a study commissioned by the Ministry of Education and Culture predicts.
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