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The Race for the Arctic

Amid disappearing ice shelves, the world's top powers fight over new territory in the Great North. The Arctic's unexplored natural resources along with emerging new, faster shipping routes have pitted Canada, Norway, Russia and the United States in a frigid territorial race.

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Trump's Interest in Greenland Fuels Urge for Independence - Juliette Pavy / DER SPIEGEL

Trump's Interest in Greenland Fuels Urge for Independence - Juliette Pavy / DER SPIEGEL

Putting Nuuk on the Map Trump's Interest in Greenland Fuels Urge for Independence

U.S. President Donald Trump wants to buy Greenland - or just take it. Residents say their country isn't for sale, but some are hoping that the attention might help Greenland wrest even more freedoms from Denmark. By Katrin Kuntz in Nuuk, Greenland

Norway and Russia Face Off in the Far North - Patrick Junker & Jonathan Terlinden

Norway and Russia Face Off in the Far North - Patrick Junker & Jonathan Terlinden

The Shadow War Norway and Russia Face Off in the Far North

Russian trawlers appear to be angling for more than fish, sailors are taking an interest in bridges and spies are being uncovered: In the far north of Europe, the Kremlin appears to be increasing its activity, and Norway is paying close attention. By Walter Mayr in Kirkenes, Norway

How Putin Outfoxed the West - POOL/ REUTERS

How Putin Outfoxed the West - POOL/ REUTERS

Maintaining Russian Power How Putin Outfoxed the West

In one of his many foreign-policy successes this year, Russian President Vladimir Putin has used power politics and blackmail to bring Ukraine back into Russia's sphere of influence. But what is the Kremlin leader's secret to success? Von Christian Neef und Matthias Schepp

Russia to Flex Military Muscle in Far North - Andrei Pronin/ AP

Russia to Flex Military Muscle in Far North - Andrei Pronin/ AP

Arctic Scramble Russia to Flex Military Muscle in Far North

The Arctic is believed to be rich in natural gas and oil, and countries with territory in the region are increasingly looking to exploit it. Russia is now planning a dedicated Arctic military force, and is revamping old Soviet military bases to stake its own claim.

Russia Rejects Court Hearing Over Punctuation - Angela Kolyada/ dpa

Russia Rejects Court Hearing Over Punctuation - Angela Kolyada/ dpa

Semicolon Strife Russia Rejects Court Hearing Over Punctuation

Greenpeace activists have languished in a Russian jail for weeks after attempting to board a Gazprom oil rig. The Netherlands, where the activists' ship was registered, has called on the Hamburg-based international marine tribunal to intervene. Von Thomas Darnstädt

Football Protest Stokes Row with Russia - FABRICE COFFRINI/ AFP

Football Protest Stokes Row with Russia - FABRICE COFFRINI/ AFP

Greenpeace vs. Gazprom Football Protest Stokes Row with Russia

The ongoing conflict over 30 Greenpeace activists jailed in Russia for an action in the Arctic has taken a new twist. A high-profile football game in Switzerland was marred by a protest targeting Russian state-run energy giant and major soccer sponsor Gazprom.

Russia Moves to Boost Arctic Shipping - DPA/ DYNAGAS

Russia Moves to Boost Arctic Shipping - DPA/ DYNAGAS

Northeast Passage Russia Moves to Boost Arctic Shipping

This year has seen a record number of ships pass through the Northeast Passage in the Arctic Ocean. Russian President Vladimir Putin is doing all he can to make the route even more attractive. Von Marco Evers

Why Joint European Votes Are Bad for Wildlife - HANDOUT / Reuters

Why Joint European Votes Are Bad for Wildlife - HANDOUT / Reuters

Bogus Bloc Why Joint European Votes Are Bad for Wildlife

Earlier this month, an abstention by EU member countries was a factor in the scuppering of a global ban on the trade of polar bear products. Under muddled EU bloc voting guidelines, Denmark and Greenland, a satellite state with 55,000 residents succeeded in holding the vote hostage. Von Luke Dale-Harris

China Dips Toes in Arctic Waters - AP/ Xinhua

China Dips Toes in Arctic Waters - AP/ Xinhua

The Resource Race China Dips Toes in Arctic Waters

China is hungry for natural resources, and the Arctic is home to a wealth of them. Growing alarm about its ambitions has led Beijing to take a softer approach, stressing exploration and research over exploitation. Von Christoph Seidler

'Exploitation of Arctic Resources Will Happen' - STAFF/ REUTERS

'Exploitation of Arctic Resources Will Happen' - STAFF/ REUTERS

Norway's New Foreign Minister 'Exploitation of Arctic Resources Will Happen'

The Arctic is changing at a breathtaking pace, which has oil and gas companies flocking to the region. SPIEGEL ONLINE talks to Norway's new Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide about the dangers of resource extraction and China's role in the High North.

'The Black Plague' Russia Plays Game of Arctic Roulette in Oil Exploration

Thawing sea ice and improved technology is opening up the race for natural resource exploration in the Arctic Circle, home to nearly a quarter of the world's untapped oil reserves. Russia leads the race and has promised to adhere to environmental guidelines. But accidents and other damage resulting from the country's oil exploration tell a different story. Von Benjamin Bidder, Matthias Schepp und Gerald Traufetter

Berlin Enters the Scramble for the Arctic - DPA

Berlin Enters the Scramble for the Arctic - DPA

Final Frontier Berlin Enters the Scramble for the Arctic

As the Arctic ice melts, Germany wants to make sure its scientists gain unfettered access to the region. They have been hindered by the Russians, and other Arctic nations have been hesitant to cooperate. But Berlin also has its eyes on the bigger North Pole booty: natural resources and sea routes. Von Christian Schwägerl und Christoph Seidler

The Exorbitant Dream of Arctic Oil - BP

The Exorbitant Dream of Arctic Oil - BP

New Estimates for Drilling Costs The Exorbitant Dream of Arctic Oil

International oil companies are racing to develop new oilfields in the Arctic. But developing the vast reserves could be far more expensive than first thought, according to new calculations by US geologists obtained by SPIEGEL ONLINE. Von Christoph Seidler

Melting of Arctic Ice Opening up New Routes to Asia - Petty Officer 3rd Class Patrick/ picture alliance / dpa

Melting of Arctic Ice Opening up New Routes to Asia - Petty Officer 3rd Class Patrick/ picture alliance / dpa

Boon to Global Shipping Melting of Arctic Ice Opening up New Routes to Asia

The decline in the amount of ice floating on the Arctic Ocean is clearing the way for new shipping routes to Asia. Traffic was already brisk this summer. New ships are being designed to cope with icebergs during the voyage. Von Christoph Seidler

Putin's Environmental Action Plan for the Far North - Alexey Druzhinyn/ dpa

Putin's Environmental Action Plan for the Far North - Alexey Druzhinyn/ dpa

Spring Cleaning in the Arctic Putin's Environmental Action Plan for the Far North

For decades, Moscow ignored environmental degradation above the Arctic Circle. But this week, Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin announced a massive cleanup effort -- and plans to increase the exploitation of resources in the region. Von Christoph Seidler

Deciding the Arctic's Future Behind Closed Doors - Rob Gillies/ AP

Deciding the Arctic's Future Behind Closed Doors - Rob Gillies/ AP

Race for Resources Deciding the Arctic's Future Behind Closed Doors

Diplomats from Finland, Iceland and Sweden are upset; indigenous groups are furious. Five countries bordering the Arctic Ocean are meeting behind closed doors on Monday to discuss the region's future. Many of those who have interests in the Arctic have not been invited. Von Christoph Seidler

The Arctic Monopoly Taking Stock of North Pole Riches

Oil and natural gas are luring the major powers to the Arctic. The new Great Game includes Russia, the US, Canada and other countries competing for natural resources around the North Pole. More information is available today than ever before about the location and abundance of the region's riches. Von Christoph Seidler

Who Is Winning the Arctic Game of Monopoly? - SPIEGEL ONLINE

Who Is Winning the Arctic Game of Monopoly? - SPIEGEL ONLINE

The Major Players Who Is Winning the Arctic Game of Monopoly?

There are five states competing for control of the Arctic's oil and gas reserves, with Russia leading the pack. The US looks likely to remain on the sidelines, but what opportunities will the natural resource grab present for Canada, Norway and Greenland? Von Christoph Seidler

Countries Seek Piece of Pie - SPIEGEL ONLINE

Countries Seek Piece of Pie - SPIEGEL ONLINE

Cold War in the Arctic? Countries Seek Piece of Pie

As it stands, Arctic policy is already a dense network of legal and political agreements between different national and supranational stakeholders. Now the European Union wants to play a greater role in shaping it. Von Gerd Braune

Russia Unveils Aggressive Arctic Plans - SPIEGEL ONLINE

Russia Unveils Aggressive Arctic Plans - SPIEGEL ONLINE

Riches at the North Pole Russia Unveils Aggressive Arctic Plans

In a new national directive, Russia has asserted claims on large sections of the Arctic Ocean. The tone of the document is openly aggressive, prompting fears of increasing international tension over who has the right to exploit the mineral-rich territory. Von Matthias Schepp und Gerald Traufetter

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