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Welcome to 'The Arctic Century'! This Telegram channel, with the username @arctic_century, is your go-to source for all things related to news, commentary, and the latest analysis across the Arctic region. Whether you are interested in environmental developments, geopolitical tensions, scientific research, or cultural events happening in the Arctic, this channel has got you covered. The Arctic region is becoming increasingly important on the global stage, and 'The Arctic Century' ensures that you stay informed about the trends and events shaping the future of this unique and important area. With a team of experts curating and providing insightful content, you can trust that you are getting accurate and up-to-date information. Join 'The Arctic Century' today and become part of a community that shares your interest in the Arctic and its significance in the 21st century.

The Arctic Century

25 Dec, 14:17

The Arctic Century Christmas Special

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Dear readers, we wish you a Merry Christmas and congratulate you on the coming year 2025, the year of a wise and graceful snake! 🎄🐍

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The Arctic Century

25 Dec, 07:11

How Much Cargo Was Transported Along the NSR and What’s Next?

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Last year was marked by a historic record for transit cargo shipments along the Northern Sea Route (NSR). According to estimates by the management of the state corporation Rosatom, these volumes reached 2.12 million tonnes. The result is particularly encouraging given that Arctic transit had dropped to barely 200,000 tonnes in 2022. What can we expect in the current year, considering the efforts made by Russia and its partner countries to further develop the route?

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The Arctic Century

24 Dec, 15:05

U.S. Purchase of Greenland Will Require ‘A Hell of A Lot of Work’

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Donald Trump wants ownership and American control over Greenland. But if that wish is to become a reality by buying Greenland, as Trump has previously mentioned, it will be very difficult. However, , an associate professor at the University of Copenhagen's Department of Law, where she specialises in international law with a particular focus on Greenland, has stated that this would be a very challenging endeavour.

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The Arctic Century

24 Dec, 07:41

Put an End Racism Against Greenlanders in Denmark

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A new action plan against racism in Denmark is just around the corner. And here are several initiatives that will end racism against Greenlanders in Denmark. calls it a huge victory that the Danish government will establish a new state unit with a focus on initiatives for Greenlanders in Denmark.

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The Arctic Century

23 Dec, 11:09

Russian Experts About Swedish Submarines

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Joining NATO has prompted Sweden to consider rearming its army and navy with advanced, high-tech weaponry. In particular, the Swedes aim to elevate their submarine fleet to new levels of capability, preparing, as per Stockholm's strategic plans, to counter Russian ships in the Baltic Sea.

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The Arctic Century

22 Dec, 07:41

Greetings from the polar bear!

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The Arctic Ocean, July 2021.

📸 Photo by Matvey Pavlyukevich.

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The Arctic Century

21 Dec, 14:31

Always shine, shine everywhere

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On a polar night, the lights of the universal nuclear icebreaker Ural can be seen from ten miles away.

📹 Video by Dmitry Lobusov.

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The Arctic Century

20 Dec, 13:31

Is Norilsk Nickel Turning Russia into a Resource Base for China? 🇨🇳

Copper Plant of MMC Norilsk Nickel is set to become the first strategic metallurgical enterprise in Russia to be shut down and relocated to China. Known as the "Copper Heart of Taimyr," the plant has operated for 89 years and ranks among the world's top ten copper producers. Statistics indicate that every second ton of Russian copper and every 40th tonne globally has been smelted in Norilsk.

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20 Dec, 12:10

Rich Norway Ignored Oil Pioneers Suffering Occupational Diseases For 20 Years

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The oil pioneers will get the money they have been fighting for years, but the clock is ticking. Two of them died last week. The government does not dare to say a date for when the money will arrive.

They have made Norway rich, but many suffer from serious health problems after working in the oil industry. A promised financial support has not arrived.

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The Arctic Century

20 Dec, 07:16

Russia Secures Over 17 Per Cent of Global Frozen Fish Exports At Lower Prices

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Frozen fish remains the main product in Russia’s fish exports, accounting for a half of the total export value of fish products and nearly 80 per cent of export tonnage. These figures are reported by the (FSA) on December 17.

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The Arctic Century

19 Dec, 14:59

Unmanned Helicopters Planned to Assist Icebreakers in the Arctic

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Russian Helicopters (RHC), a holding company under the Rostec State Corporation, is actively working to adapt its BAS-200 unmanned helicopters for maritime operations. These drones are expected to operate from the decks of icebreakers, supporting their missions in the Arctic Ocean. According to Rosteс press service on December 16, the drones could be used for ice reconnaissance or exploring mineral resources on the continental shelf.

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The Arctic Century

19 Dec, 14:10

Trans-Border Protest Against Greenlandic Children’s Forcible Placements In Denmark

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On Tuesday afternoon, 10 December, demonstrators in Greenland, Denmark, Iceland, the Faroe Islands, Norway and Sápmi in Finland took to the streets to protest against the placement of Greenlandic children in Denmark.
In front of Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen, the protesters had gathered in a large circle with candles, Greenlandic flags, signs and banners in the middle.

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The Arctic Century

19 Dec, 10:21

Sovereignty Through the Arctic: Chilingarov Forum’s Results

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This year's forum, Arctic: Today and the Future, was held for the 14th time. The event was named after its legendary pioneer, polar explorer Artur Chilingarov. As outlined in the programme, the priority of the event focused on a 'human-centred' Arctic.

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The Arctic Century

19 Dec, 07:26

East Sámi Language On The Verge Of Extinction

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Just a hundred years ago, the situation of the Skolt Sámi was really good and every Skolt Sámi spoke their language. Today, the situation is completely different. Skolt Sámi is spoken by an estimated 300 people.

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18 Dec, 15:17

Life and Times of the Finnish Icebreaking Fleet

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In this second article of our series on the past, present and future of icebreakers, we focus on Finland, which has emerged as one of Europe’s leading Powers in this sphere. This status is rooted in decades of technological advancement and adaptation to Arctic conditions: Thanks to its high-quality fleet, Finland represents a global hub for icebreaker design and operations.

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The Arctic Century

17 Dec, 15:01

Despite Sanctions, the LNG Carriers are Almost Finished?

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The construction of 15 Arctic serial gas tankers is ongoing at the Zvezda shipyard. The first five vessels are intended for Arctic LNG-2. In Russia, there is a degree of contention surrounding their commissioning, particularly in regard to whether this will enable the project to operate at full capacity and overcome Western sanctions.

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17 Dec, 13:41

Norway And Britain Will Strengthen Ukrainian Navy

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Norway will contribute 2.7 billion kroner ($ 241,5 mln) to strengthen the Ukrainian Navy. The funds will, among other things, go to confronting Russia, mine clearance and training Ukrainian soldiers.

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The Arctic Century

17 Dec, 11:21

Alaska Declining Oil Revenues Will Create Budget Deficit In Shot Run

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Alaska oil revenues are expected to decline over the next few years, helping create a budget deficit that will have to be filled in with state savings, according to a semiannual released by the state Department of Revenue on Thursday, December 12.

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17 Dec, 09:41

Moscow Hosts First Meeting of Russia’s Maritime Board Scientific and Expert Council

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The first meeting of the Scientific and Expert Council of Russia's Maritime Board focused on key research directions for advancing domestic shipbuilding, as well as the development of Russia’s Arctic Zone and the Northern Sea Route.

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The Arctic Century

17 Dec, 07:31

A History of the Northern Forum

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In December 1974, representatives from Canadian and U.S. subnational entities and from the capital cities of Norway, Sweden and Finland convened on the Japanese island of Sapporo for the first International Conference on Human Environment in Northern Regions. The conference focused on climatic, environmental, economic and social issues faced by the Arctic region, and its participants came to the conclusion that the way one northern region addressed them could serve as a case-study for most, if not all, the other Arctic regions.

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