European Union Shifts Arctic Policy to Prioritize Security Amid Rising Competition with Russia and China

The European Union is preparing a substantially more security-focused Arctic strategy, moving away from its previous emphasis on climate and environmental protection. This shift is driven by Russia's expanded military activity in the High North, China's growing interest in the region, and concerns over vulnerabilities in undersea infrastructure and critical mineral supplies. The revised strategy, expected in October, will have "security at its core."