Russia's Arctic Strategies and the Future of the Far North

by Marlène Laruelle

Book Overview

This book offers the first comprehensive examination of Russia's Arctic strategy, ranging from climate change issues and territorial disputes to energy policy and domestic challenges. As the receding polar ice increases the accessibility of the Arctic region, rival powers have been manoeuvering for geopolitical and resource security. Geographically, Russia controls half of the Arctic coastline, 40 percent of the land area beyond the Circumpolar North,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0765635003
• ISBN13: 9780765635006
• Release Date: December 2013
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.1" x 9.1"