Arctic Borders

"Arctic Borders" explores the intensifying geopolitical competition in the Arctic region as melting ice opens new strategic possibilities. The book examines the historical roots and current legal battles surrounding territorial claims made by Russia, Canada, the United States, Denmark (Greenland), and Norway. Readers gain insight into how climate change is transforming the Arctic into a crucial arena for resource exploitation and military positioning, underscoring the urgent need to understand its evolving border dynamics.

One interesting fact highlighted is the inadequacy of current international legal frameworks, such as the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), to resolve overlapping claims and ambiguities in the Arctic. For example, the legal status of the Northwest Passage and the Northern Sea Route remains contested, raising the potential for conflict.

The book's approach is to weave together historical analysis, legal scrutiny, and geopolitical strategy to provide a comprehensive view. Beginning with Arctic exploration history, the book progresses systematically through each nation's territorial ambitions and concludes with a discussion of Indigenous communities' rights.

This book is particularly valuable for policymakers, scholars, and anyone interested in international relations or environmental policy. By integrating legal, political, and environmental considerations, "Arctic Borders" offers a nuanced understanding of the Arctic's challenges and opportunities. It addresses the complex interplay between national sovereignty, international cooperation, and the sustainable development of this increasingly important region.

© 2025 Publifye (E-bog): 9788235251305

Oversættere: AI

Release date

E-bog: 20. marts 2025