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.
Supporting Arctic Indigenous Peoples: A Comparison Between Russia and Anglo-Saxon Countries
For thousands of years, perhaps since the end of the Last Glacial Era made some regions of the Arctic inhabitable, the Minor Indigenous Peoples of the Arctic have lived in relative isolation, with the only threats coming from the severe local environment and from warfare with other minor indigenous peoples...
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OMR 2024 Discussed the Arctic Developments: Simply A Display or Real Advances?
This year's Offshore Marintec Russia expo-conference showcased numerous technological developments for the Arctic, including new vessel concepts, vehicles, mining and liquefaction equipment, security devices, and more. The question remains whether this venue is merely a manifestation of Russia's aspirations in the Arctic or a real step towards the development of the region.
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Climate Change and the Arctic: A Perspective from the Global South
With the rise of India, Brazil, South Africa and China, the Global South perspective on critical issues is getting widely highlighted these days. One such area is the impact of climate change which, undoubtedly, has more severe consequences for the countries of the Global South...
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Novatek's LNG Projects Halted, What's Next?
As sanctions against Novatek projects become a certainty, the company has put two LNG projects on hold. However, the company will likely reprofile. This change is considered in the light of Russian North-West's development.
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A New Icebreaker Fleet: The US Response to the Russian Readiness
The recent alliance between the United States, Canada, and Finland—recently admitted to NATO—known as the ICE Pact, represents a potentially significant turning point in the global competition for control of the Arctic.
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Drones in the Arctic: A New Technological Era
We review a new overwater unmanned complex and the history behind drones in the Arctic.
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On the New US Military Strategy in the Arctic
The new military strategy prompts a number of questions: to what extent it helps to solve accumulated problems? What is the fundamental novelty of this strategy? What challenges it creates for Russia's security in the High North?
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'Hunting a Good Life': Approaching Social Programmes in the North on Deeper Levels
Although the Arctic generally offers harsh climatic conditions and higher living costs, people still migrate to the region. We examine the economic and social aspects that stimulate migration to the North and can serve as a foundation for future migration programmes, publicity campaigns, and increasing the appeal of Arctic imagery.
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