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China in the Arctic

A China-Russia Arctic Alliance? Not So Fast.

A China-Russia Arctic Alliance? Not So Fast.

By Marc Lanteigne
Despite lofty declarations of mutual interests in the Arctic, there have been significant cracks in this regional relationship. 

Assessing China’s and Russia’s Arctic Ambitions

Assessing China’s and Russia’s Arctic Ambitions

By Mercy A. Kuo
Insights from Kristina Spohr.
Arctic Ambitions: China’s Engagement With the Northern Sea Route

Arctic Ambitions: China’s Engagement With the Northern Sea Route

By Tiago Tecelão Martins
As climate change makes the Arctic shipping route more feasible, China is leaning in.

China and the ‘Two Arctics’

China and the ‘Two Arctics’

By Marc Lanteigne
As Arctic multilateralism fractures over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, China’s approach to the region is in need of a rethink.

The Rise (and Fall?) of the Polar Silk Road

The Rise (and Fall?) of the Polar Silk Road

By Marc Lanteigne
There is a sizeable gap between China’s ambitions for the PSR and its actual capabilities and accomplishments in the Arctic – and the gap has widened since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

What Does Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Mean for China in the Arctic?

What Does Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Mean for China in the Arctic?

By Trym Eiterjord
An exodus of money, technology, and buyers from Russian energy projects may offer an opportunity for China to embed itself deeper in the Arctic.

How a Chinese Sailboat Became a Microcosm for Arctic Geopolitics

How a Chinese Sailboat Became a Microcosm for Arctic Geopolitics

By Trym Eiterjord
A Chinese sailor's attempted journey through the Arctic Ocean ran aground on disputed sovereignty complaints.
China’s Arctic Ambitions Face Increasing Headwinds in Finland

China’s Arctic Ambitions Face Increasing Headwinds in Finland

By Sanna Kopra and Matti Puranen
Finland is one of China's best options for accessing the Arctic. But even here, there is growing suspicion of Chinese investments.

Why China Needs an Arctic Policy 2.0

Why China Needs an Arctic Policy 2.0

By Nengye Liu
It is time for China to shed light on which kind of order it would like to construct in the Arctic using its rising power.

China, Russia, and Arctic Geopolitics

China, Russia, and Arctic Geopolitics

By Ling Guo and Steven Lloyd Wilson
China’s burgeoning role in the Arctic could translate into direct competition with Russia.

China’s Shipbuilders Seek New Inroads in Arctic Shipping

China’s Shipbuilders Seek New Inroads in Arctic Shipping

By Trym Aleksander Eiterjord
New ship designs signal a growing Chinese interest in Arctic shipping.
Checking in on China's Nuclear Icebreaker

Checking in on China's Nuclear Icebreaker

By Trym Aleksander Eiterjord
Speculation has trailed the news that China’s first nuclear-powered icebreaker ship was in the works.

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