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.
India-Russia Cooperation In The Arctic: Implications Of Russia's Policy Shift
In an opinion piece by Captain Anurag Bisen, the potential for enhanced Indian involvement in the Arctic region is explored. For India, the Arctic presents an opportunity to establish a new dimension of strategic collaboration encompassing energy, maritime logistics, scientific exploration, and governance in polar affairs.
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The Condition Of Roads In Finland Continues To Worsen
Anyone who has driven in any part of Finland knows that the condition of the roads is not always commendable. This is also evidenced by the road repair debt, which has grown from 1.5 billion to 2.5 billion euros in ten years.
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Finland Raises Billion-Euro Loan From EU For Defence Procurement
Finland has decided to utilise the EU's new loan instrument with a billion euros to strengthen the defence industry.
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Preparing For The Dismantling Of The Welfare State In Finland
Finnish Finance Minister Riikka Purra warns that the position of a small member state with excessive debt in the euro area is fragile and its fate is hard. It seems completely clear that Finland will be placed in the EU's watchdog category right at the beginning of the year.
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Illegal Tourism Businesses Shut Down In The Norwegian Arctic
In recent weeks, the police in the north have arrested more than 20 people for operating illegal northern lights tourism. People in the industry call it cowboy business.
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Bennett Island: An 'American' Island In The Russian Arctic
A small island in the Russian Arctic was named after the American oligarch Bennett. How could this happen? What secrets does the island hold today?
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EU Tariffs Threaten Norway's Ferroalloys Industry
The Norwegian ferroalloys industry reacts strongly to the EU's tariff introduction on ferroalloys. Finnfjord AS fears a more uncertain future for production.
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A Symbolic Addition To The Russian Nuclear Icebreaker Fleet
On 18 November, Russia laid down a new nuclear icebreaker Stalingrad at the Baltic Shipyard.
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