🔹 Germany’s Arctic Policy Guidelines
The Federal Cabinet of Germany has issued Arctic policy guidelines. The main topics in the document include climate and environmental protection, research, and cooperation with indigenous populations. As also seen in recent statements by Japan, Germany is, too, concerned about the growing Russian and Chinese presence in the Arctic and the modern international order.
🔹 The Future of the Sámi Language at Stake
Sámi Giellagáldu, the organisation that safeguards and promotes the use of the Sámi language, may have to reduce its activities due to funding cuts. The organisation is financed by the governments of Finland, Sweden, and Norway, with each contributing a third.
🔹 US Troops' Alaska Deployment Lasted Just a Week
There was no cause for alarm, according to the Pentagon, as the American exercises in response to Russian activity near Alaska lasted only a week.
🔹 Shell Abandons Blue Hydrogen Project in Norway
Due to low demand for hydrogen energy in Europe, Shell has cancelled its project in Aukra, Norway. The collaboration between Shell, Aker Horizons, and CapeOmega was expected to reach a capacity of 2,500 MW and produce 1,200 tonnes of hydrogen daily.
🔹 Second All-Russian Maritime Congress Opens
The event featured over 200 speakers from government and businesses across 25 sessions. The dominant themes were the Russian maritime industry, international cooperation, and the potential for future maritime development.
Karelia hosted a congress devoted to the indigenous peoples of the Republic and promoting indigenous cultures. Based on the discussions, the Congress adopted a resolution on preserving the Karelian language and creating commissions for cultural and economic development within the Republic.
🔹 UK Sanctions Five LNG Tankers and Two Companies Linked to Arctic LNG-2
For the first time, the United Kingdom has issued direct sanctions against LNG tankers and organisations connected to Russian LNG projects, specifically Arctic LNG-2.
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