As the Arctic ice melts alarmingly, the region’s geopolitical landscape is witnessing a critical shift. From territorial disputes to environmental concerns, this post documents the tumultuous waters of the Arctic melt.
Territorial Disputes
The melting ice has worsened relations (even if they existed for the sake of it) between Arctic nations, including Russia, Canada, the United States, Norway, and Denmark. These countries are today involved in a rat race, laying claims to areas rich in resources and vying for control over strategic waterways, such as the Northwest Passage and the Northern Sea Route.