Arctic
Russian eco-disaster may dilute calls for softer rules
An oil spill that raised questions about environmental regulation follows industry calls for softer rules
RussiaSea route and energy are key to Russia's Arctic vision
As an Arctic waterway becomes increasingly navigable, Moscow wants to ensure complete control
RussiaRussian icebreaker owner to manage Arctic shipping
Because it runs nuclear-powered icebreakers, Rosatom is branching out into Arctic shipping and port operation.
RussiaPolar Silk Road will reshape trade and geopolitics
China and Russia are spearheading a major new shipping route through the Arctic
InternationalBeijing's global interests will spread to Arctic
A new Arctic policy sets out China's agenda for a region growing in importance
ChinaInternational ocean management debates will swell
A new international deal is sought on biodiversity conservation at sea
United NationsProspects for the Arctic in 2018-22
As the Arctic opens up, Polar powers promote their national interests as well as a shared governance framework
ArcticCanada's climate diplomacy will outstrip domestic push
Ottawa is advancing its international climate outreach, but measures at home are proving difficult to implement
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