US Unveils Arctic Strategy Amid Growing Russia-China Cooperation

Pentagon's 2024 strategy emphasizes military presence and intelligence capabilities to counteract rising geopolitical tensions in the Arctic.

Russia and China have increased military and economic activities in the Arctic, raising US concerns.
The US strategy includes enhanced domain awareness and joint exercises with allies.
Climate change is opening new sea lanes and access to resources, intensifying competition.
Russia defends its Arctic activities as stabilizing, while China criticizes US remarks as distortions.
The US plans to invest in advanced technologies and infrastructure to maintain regional stability.