Commentary

Why are the Russians rushing to mine rare earths in the Arctic?

Moscow’s new “roadmap” towards independence from China and leverage with the U.S. This is…

If Sweden-Korea icebreaker deal stands, EU funds will support it

Some cry foul as the Swedish Maritime Administration plans to use EU funding to…

Will more ships run aground on the Northwest Passage as traffic increases?

MV Thamesborg is the latest cargo ship to run aground on the Northwest Passage.…

Will the Sweden-South Korea icebreaker deal stand?

Who will end up building this icebreaker for Sweden? This is a reproduction of…

Will COP30 have the same procedure as every year? I hope not

As world leaders head for Brazil to focus on climate change, it is time…

Sweden picks Hyundai Heavy Industries to build icebreaker as Finland loses out

The decision, first reported by Tekniikka&Talous, has been appealed by Davie/Helsinki Shipyard Image: Aker…

The Arctic Council requires reform, not a funeral

It is dismaying to hear a prominent voice in Arctic academia perpetuate two falsehoods:…

Under the radar, America’s Arctic diplomacy is gaining traction

It would be easy to feel discouraged about America’s standing in the diplomatic world.…