China’s Arctic 2.0: Science-Led Reentry, Nordic Outreach, and a Cautious NSR Push
The source argues China is rebuilding its Arctic strategy after earlier Polar Silk Road investment plans stalled, shifting toward large-scale scientific expeditions, Track II science diplomacy, and selective engagement with Nordic states. It also highlights renewed experimentation with Northern Sea Route shipping via non-COSCO operators amid sanctions-related risk and a more fragmented Arctic governance environment.