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The Russian and Canadian Approach to Extra-Regional Actors in the Arctic

... extra-regional actors are already present in the Arctic, with China as a key player among them. Several Canadian analysts believe that Chinese initiatives should be welcomed, but they should be treated with caution. Common Interests and Risks for Russia and Canada Countries in East Asia — China, Japan, South Korea — are interested in revising the legal status of the Arctic. They advocate greater transparency in the region, support the idea of loosening Russian and Canadian control over the Northern Sea Route and the Northwest Passage,...

11.07.2019

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The Arctic: China's New Domain

... able to join the Arctic Council as a member (which is unlikely), it is doomed to play a secondary role in the Arctic. China started investing large amounts of money in the Arctic and is ready to cooperate on the existing investment projects with Canada, Iceland and Russia. Since 1999 China has carried out five research expeditions, last one taking place in summer 2012. China bought its first icebreaker research vessel “Snow Dragon“ in 1994, when it didn’t have any plans for the Arctic, and is planning to add another ...

01.12.2013

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Poll conducted

In your opinion, what are the US long-term goals for Russia?

U.S. wants to establish partnership relations with Russia on condition that it meets the U.S. requirements	33 (31%)
U.S. wants to deter Russia’s military and political activity	30 (28%)
U.S. wants to dissolve Russia	24 (22%)
U.S. wants to establish alliance relations with Russia under the US conditions to rival China	21 (19%)