economie3.5 %The route accounts for only 3.5% of Asia-Europe trade, too seasonal and dependent on Russia✓ Confirmed · 2 sources

The Arctic route won't replace the Suez Canal for Asia-Europe trade

A Chinese shipping company has launched a summer Arctic route between China and Europe in 22 days.

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The route accounts for only 3.5% of Asia-Europe trade, too seasonal and dependent on Russia.

Geographical and political constraints limit its widespread adoption compared to the Suez Canal.

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