Geopolitics of the Arctic
Is the melting Arctic unlocking new frontiers and conflicts?
4.7 (14)
55 mins
Explore how the Arctic has transformed from a Cold War frontier to a modern-day geopolitical hotspot. Discover the complex mix of climate change, energy exploration, indigenous rights, and national ambitions shaping its future.
Ep 1:
Maps, Myths, and Frozen Frontlines
Before the Arctic became a geopolitical flashpoint, it was a myth-shrouded blank space on the map—explore how imagination, cartography, and Cold War strategy forged its outsized strategic mystique.
Ep 2:
Flags on Ice, Laws on Paper
A Russian flag on the seabed sparked global outrage, but beneath the theater lies a surprisingly orderly world of treaties, boundaries, and a rush for energy riches reshaping Arctic power.
Discussions (19)
Janet
Level 5 · 8 mo agoDamn, 30% of undiscovered gas is in the Arctic?
Claire
Level 3 · 8 mo agoPlanting a flag on the seabed? That is so childish! It feels like just another selfish grab. 🤦🏾♀️
Finnigan
Level 3 · 9 mo agoI disagree on the cooperation angle since Russia is stacking military assets(and planting flags) while the US is still figuring out its game plan
