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News in the Arctic - 18.11-22.11

🔹 Racist Policies Against Greenlanders in Force in Denmark

The controversial parental competence tests have stirred dissatisfaction among Greenlanders, who took to the streets in protest. Greenlandic officials have described these tests as racial discrimination.

🔹 Russian Government Issues Directives Following Strategic Session on Arctic Zone Development

The Arctic Zone of Russia is likely to see a new strategy soon as the Russian Prime Minister proposes a series of updates.

🔹 In Wealthy Norway Conscripts Buy Toilet Paper for ThemselvesThe agreement of the Norwegian Armed Forces regarding paper towels and soap has expired, raising concerns among conscripts about hygiene and the additional time needed to purchase toiletries.

🔹 Three Thousand Housing Units to Be Built in Nunavut by 2030

The Government of Nunavut has reported on its plan to build 3,000 houses: 394 units are completed, with 322 more under construction. The programme aims to address the housing crisis in communities in “critical” need of accommodation.

🔹 Commentary: “Arctic Window of Opportunities” for the United States

The Russian International Affairs Council has published an interview with Dmitry Danilov, who highlights the nature of NATO’s development in the Arctic and possible changes to the bloc’s and the U.S.’s strategies following Finland’s and Sweden’s accession to the organisation.

🔹 Monopoly in Norway’s Fishing Industry Leads to Depopulation of Finnmark

As the fisheries crisis in Finnmark emerges, concerns about migration trends in Norway are growing.

🔹 Russian Analyst Discusses Security Challenges in the Arctic

Russian international relations expert Andrey Zagorsky shared his insights on security challenges. The security landscape heavily depends on the permanent deployment of military forces, seasonal deployments, the construction of coastal infrastructure, and the dynamics of military exercises.

24.11.2024