Russia's ambition in the Arctic: The Northern Sea Route

Lucia Raso
Apr 9, 2024
1 min read

Explore the transformative possibilities of the Northern Sea Route, a strategic trade route through the Russian Arctic. Russia has the opportunity to harness the potential of this Arctic and could revolutionize global maritime trade by offering a shorter, more cost-effective alternative to existing routes. Continue reading to discover the environmental and infrastructural challenges facing the route, from extreme temperatures to the need for investment in ice-breakers and safety measures. As well as Russia's efforts to assert control over the route, including its investments in Arctic infrastructure and expansion of its ice-breaker fleet.

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