Scientific paper ID 2714 : 2025/3

In the region defined as Arctica, apart from the Arctic Ocean, there are territories of Russia, the United States of America (USA), Canada, Greenland (Denmark), Norway, Iceland, Sweden and Finland. The potential energy reserves and alternative trade routes in the region are the main reasons why the states of the region for the North to be interested in the North.

North the thawing of the Arctic ice will increase its geopolitical importance and potential economic vitality. while Russia and China have emerged as important players in the future of the region. has emerged. China, which has no coast to the Arctic, has established itself as an Arctic sees it as an important stakeholder of its relations.

The co-operation between China and Russia in recent years adds an intriguing complexity to Arctic geopolitics. The convergence in economic interests to develop Arctic trade is certainly a factor in their warming relationship. Their partnership on Arctic issues, both formally and informally, represents an important component in understanding the long-term strategic balance in the Arctic. They seek to capitalise on these issues, including the opening of new maritime trade routes, access to rich mineral resources, and tourism, which is already booming.