WorldChina may become a major economic and technological player in the Arctic, expert says
Irina Strelnikova says China could strengthen its Arctic position over the next decade by taking part in resource development, logistics and research, though it will not become a full-fledged Arctic state. She cites Chinese investment in energy and logistics, its icebreaker fleet and observer role in the Arctic Council, while noting that its reach is limited by its lack of Arctic territory and reliance on cooperation with Arctic states.
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China may become a major economic and technological player in the Arctic, expert says