7 January, 2022
Over many months, RAUSI has curated a number of articles which discuss Russia’s military ambitions in the Arctic. While Russia remains a major Arctic participant, they are not the only threat to Canada’s Northern region. Other countries such as China have demonstrated a desire to exert a significant role in the North. The introduction of this Brookings Institute report notes that it “explores China’s internal discourse on the Arctic as well as its diplomatic, military, scientific, and economic efforts across the region. It notes that China sometimes speaks with two voices on the Arctic: one aimed at foreign audiences that emphasizes science and cooperation and an internal, often cynical voice that emphasizes the Arctic as a frontier for resource exploitation and competition between the great powers, with science and diplomacy often serving supporting roles for Beijing’s military and economic ambitions.”
RAUSI encourages all members to review and comment on this report.