China and Russia test NATO, Canada, and Indigenous Arctic jurisdictions.

By Ian Bradbury | Published by Bureau News

In Brief by Probe International

The Arctic is now a critical test for NATO’s ability to maintain dominance in extreme environments and respond effectively to evolving threats. Having transformed from a marginal area to a strategic hinge, the Arctic has emerged as a crucial location for nuclear deterrence, emerging maritime routes, and vital resources for global economies. While NATO Arctic countries have made efforts to deploy forces and invest in infrastructure, these actions have not kept pace with increasing Russian and Chinese activities, which are expanding due to shifting environmental conditions and reduced ice coverage. The time for decisive action is limited, and failure to address these challenges could shift the initiative to adversaries, complicating NATO’s decision-making and increasing costs.

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Nearly two decades ago, Canada recognized the precariousness of its Arctic sovereignty. In 2007, Prime Minister Stephen Harper emphasized the need to assert control over the region, announcing plans for a deep-water port and an armed fleet of Arctic Offshore Patrol Ships to operate year-round. However, these ambitious plans never materialized.

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