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.
Arctic Basic Education For Greenland's Defence
30 young Greenlanders set a goal to complete Arctic Basic Education. It required courage and strength, and 28 students were able to receive the Arctic education certificate on October 29. Now almost all students are continuing on the perspective-building course.
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Sweden Fails to Offer Preschool Activities in Sámi Language
Eight children were transferred to other activities and the municipality is failing to offer preschool activities in Sámi.
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Finland Is Unhappy With The Distribution Of Funds For The Drone Wall
The Finnish eastern border accounts for more than half of the EU and NATO's total border with Russia. In Finland, people had hoped for concrete solutions—and money—to protect the border.
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Municipal Councils In Northern Sweden Revolt Against Migrant Repatriation
The Swedish government wants to encourage immigrants to return by significantly increasing the financial repatriation grant.
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Greenland Between Autonomy And Global Attention
In recent years, Greenland has shifted from being a largely marginal—even though vast—territory of the Kingdom of Denmark to one of the most closely watched focal points of Arctic and international politics. For decades, it had remained on the periphery of global debate, known more for its symbolic role in the climate question than for its political weight. Today, however, the island stands at the centre of a network of interests that unites—and sometimes opposes—Copenhagen, Brussels, Washington, Moscow and Beijing, while also looking inwards with an increasingly distinct identity.
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U.S. Icebreaker Deal With Finland Faces Harsh Criticism
President Donald Trump is serious about shipbuilding. In July, he transferred the agency responsible for shipbuilding from the National Security Council to the White House...
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China-SCO Host Russian Business Mission To Discuss Cooperation In The Arctic
The Russian business mission to Qingdao is opening doors to the Arctic, which will allow companies to explore opportunities in the region.
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Finnish Regions Fear Helsinki Will Take Away EU Subsidies
Finland's northern and eastern regions have good reason to fear the loss of EU millions: the amount will decrease and Helsinki would decide on the money.
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