​Over the past week, several notable developments have influenced international cooperation in the Arctic

Arctic Rivalry and the Ice Silk Road

Arctic tensions are rising as climate change opens new sea routes and resources. Russia is reorienting its Arctic diplomacy toward BRICS, non-NATO partners, and neutral states while defending its legal positions. (Hot Arctic)

China and Russia launched their first joint sea-ice survey aboard Xuelong 2, deepening polar cooperation and drawing US attention. (SCMP; NewsBytes)

The EU is reviewing its Arctic policy with security and defence at its core. Ursula von der Leyen visited Greenland, and the EU-Greenland partnership stresses sustainable development and resilience. (Euronews; European Commission)

Denmark deployed conscripts to Greenland as tensions grew, while analysts describe a new Arctic Cold War among the US, Russia, China, and Europe. (WorldAtNet)

Energy independence, cooperation, and disputes—such as Russia-Norway tensions—remain central. India and others emphasize strategic autonomy and dialogue. (Europe Says; Arctic Today; BPSC Pathshala)

The “Ice Silk Road” is China’s Arctic shipping and infrastructure vision, linking Asia to Europe via northern routes. It overlaps with the Polar Silk Road and Russia’s Northern Sea Route, offering economic opportunities but raising governance, environmental, and security concerns.