Russia's Northern Sea Route: The Arctic Power Play (The Short Version)

A quick version of the longer video I made on the topic link here:    • The Northern Sea Route: Russias Arcti...  
If you want to read more about the Northern Sea Route and Russia's Arctic ambition in more detail go to my website: https://www.slanger.co.uk

In response to global challenges like the Suez Canal blockage and climate change, the Northern Sea Route (NSR) is becoming a preferred shipping alternative. Benefitting from global warming and advanced ice-breakers, the NSR offers a faster Europe-East Asia passage.

Recognising the NSR's potential, Russia heavily invests in its Arctic dominance for trade, resource extraction, and strategic advantage. This move signals a shift in global trade routes and elevates geopolitical tensions as Russia asserts its Arctic supremacy.