Russian Arctic Intentions
Abstract
As the Arctic continues to open up and the region achieves new geo-political importance, Russia is re-asserting itself in the region in order to regain its position as a 'Great Power.' Therefore, analyzing Russias Arctic Policy via the instruments of national power, will determine what Russia has actually accomplished, compared to its announced intentions in the region. This is especially important due to increasing regional tensions and the overall dearth of balanced views among the "analyses of Arctic affairs." Despite its unique and remote geography, global politics and security challenges affect the Arctic. The effects of climate change is one of the many driving forces behind the Arctic's new geo-political importance, as previously inaccessible natural resources have the potential to become available for extraction from the region. Tension between Russia and other Arctic states are resulting from the competition over these newly uncovered, valuable natural resources and the possible economic impact of access to northern waterways, particularly the Northern Sea Route (NSR).
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 28, 2020
- Accession Number
- AD1107489
Entities
People
- Shawn Timpson
Organizations
- Air War College