Publication
By:
MG Peter Andrysiak,
Dr. Richard Newton
Outlet:
Journal of Indo-Pacific Affairs Date:
October 03, 2022
Link
MG Peter Andrysiak,
Dr. Richard Newton
Outlet:
Journal of Indo-Pacific Affairs Date:
October 03, 2022
Link
Arctic experts talk about the circumpolar region as three Arctics—North American,
European, and Russian (sometimes called Asian)—each with unique physical characteristics
that heavily influence their defense and security considerations. The differences
between the regions are usually expressed in terms of climate, topography, geography,
populations, resources, and infrastructure. Because the Arctic is intended to be a
zone of peace and cooperation, nations with Arctic interests normally focus on nonmilitary
security topics such as food security, economic security, energy security, and environmental
security. Less addressed are the military threats to peace and stability in the Arctic.
This article will examine those emerging military threats in the European Arctic and
High North that are challenging the United States, its allies, and its partners.