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.
Finland Removes Swastikas From Some Air Force Flags
Despite the fact there is no direct connection to Nazi symbolism, Finland feels awkward about the remaining swastikas on its Air Force flags. It is believed the primary reason is that Finland wishes to avoid misunderstandings with its NATO allies.
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Reconciliation Between The Sami And The Finnish State
Sweden, Norway and Finland have long and systematically violated the rights of the Sámi, the most numerous indigenous people of Northern Europe, who lived here long before the ancestors of modern Swedes, Norwegians and Finns migrated to the territory of Sápmi.
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Transarctic Transport Corridor—A Reality?
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced large-scale development of the Transarctic Transport Corridor at the plenary session of the Eastern Economic Forum.
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Canada's Biggest Arctic Research Station Is 10 Years 'Young'
Polar Knowledge Canada reaches decade milestone of teaching Canadians about the Arctic.
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Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami Presidential Election To Be Held In Two Weeks
Two candidates will be on the ballot in September for the Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami presidential election.
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Missing And Murdered Indigenous People Crises In Alaska
Native American and Alaska Native rates of murder, rape, and violent crime are all higher than the national averages.
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Denmark's Apology In The IUD Case Came Too Late
The DR podcast The Spiral Campaign reveals how thousands of girls and women in Greenland had IUDs inserted from 1966 to 1975 as part of the Danish authorities' strategy to reduce Greenland's population growth.
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After The Meeting: What To Expect?
We have kept track of the most recent news to see how Arctic businesses and experts have reacted to the Anchorage-based talks and to look into some new notions and possible preparations for future cooperation.
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