Arctic as a new geopolitical hotspot

Author(s)	Mr. Dikshit Parkash
Country	India
Abstract	The Arctic is rapidly emerging as a new geopolitical hotspot due to climate change, resource competition, and strategic military interests. As ice continues to melt, previously inaccessible shipping routes, such as the Northern Sea Route and the Northwest Passage, are becoming viable, attracting global economic and military attention. Major powers, including Russia, the United States, and China, are intensifying their presence in the region, each pursuing distinct strategic and economic goals. The Arctic’s vast reserves of oil, gas, and minerals further fuel territorial disputes and security concerns. While international frameworks like the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and the Arctic Council attempt to regulate governance, rising tensions suggest the potential for both cooperation and conflict. This paper explores the geopolitical dynamics of the Arctic, examining the interests of key players, the legal landscape, and the implications for global security and environmental stability.
Keywords	Arctic geopolitics, climate change, Northern Sea Route, resource competition, Russia, United States, China, Arctic Council, UNCLOS, military strategy.
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 2, March-April 2025
Published On	2025-03-24
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i02.39483
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g89v8h

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