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Norway: Kirkenes, future strategic hub for the Arctic shipping route

Kirkenes, a small Norwegian port of 3,500 inhabitants, could become a key hub for the Arctic shipping route.

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The fact

Melting sea ice is opening new pathways between Europe and Asia, attracting investors and geopolitical tensions.

However, its proximity to Russia complicates development amid international rivalries.

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Why it matters

Ce port illustre les enjeux géostratégiques de l'Arctique, où le réchauffement climatique redessine les routes commerciales et les équilibres de pouvoir entre grandes puissances.

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