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EU pushes for stronger Arctic presence amid Russian pressure and US uncertainty

Environment17 sourcesOct 21, 2026
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The European Commission has presented an updated strategy for the Arctic as climate change and rapidly melting ice open up the remote but resource-rich region. “With Russia and China increasing their footprint and ambition, the Arctic has become a front line of global power competition,” said European Union foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas on Tuesday.

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