On December 24, local time, the United States announced the expansion of its inArcticand the Bering Sea area, an additional 1 million square kilometers of continental shelf area. The news shocked the world, an area equivalent to 17 Ukraine, 400Moscow, which is indeed not to be underestimated. United States ***A map was released that clearly marked the extent of the boundaries of the U.S. unilateral claim. This move has not only caused dissatisfaction in Russia, but also attracted the attention of countries around the world.
The United States is inArcticBehind regional expansion, there are a variety of considerations. First of all,MilitaryStratagem. ArcticThe region isUS-RussiaMissilesThe shortest path to fly to, the flight time is only ten minutes, so this area is forMissilesThe exertion of power is of great significance. This action of the United States is undoubtedly aimed at inMilitaryto seize strategic points and ensure deterrence against Russia.
Secondly, inEconomyaspects,ArcticThe region is rich in oil, gas and lithium resources. Mastering these resources is equivalent to mastering the futureEnergyof the vantage points. In particular, lithium ore resources have great strategic value in today's rapid rise of electric vehicles. In addition, as global temperatures rise,ArcticAs the waterways become more viable, so does the volume of traffic. ArcticThe opening of the waterway will greatly shorten the shipping time, for:EconomyDevelopment brings more opportunities.
In the end, this expansion is also correctChina and RussiaA response to cooperation. China and RussiaThe two countries have been committed to the inArcticregional development of resources and waterway transportation. China and RussiaCooperation inEnergyPositive results have been achieved in areas such as exports and waterway transportation, which have brought great results to the two countriesEconomyValue. For the United States,China and RussiaCooperate on itArcticThe impact of the region has grown, and this action can be seen as the right oneChina and RussiaChallenges and interference in cooperation.
In the face of US expansionism, Russia has taken a tough stance, saying that such unilateral practices are "unacceptable" and that it will take all necessary measures to preserve its presenceArcticnational interests of the region. The Russian military also warned,ArcticregionalMilitaryThe risk of conflict is on the rise and cannot be ignored.
In response to the actions of the United States, Russia decided to abandon illusions and prepare for the challenge. At the meeting, Putin expressed his readiness to negotiate with countries hostile to Russia, provided that Russia's interests are defended. This statement was interpreted by the outside world as correctThe situation in Ukraineresponse. Four prefectures in WudongCrimeaand other places are under the de facto control of Russia, and Putin insists that these places should belong to Russia.
In short, AmericanArcticThe expansion has sparked global concern and concern, especially for Russia, which is a serious challenge. How to deal with the expansion of the United States and maintain its own presenceArcticRegional interests will become an important topic for Russia in the future.
ArcticThe region has always beenInternational** The focus of attention, especially in recent years with global warmingArcticThe ice is gradually meltingArcticThe navigation of the waterway is getting easier and easierArcticResources are being more researched and developed. As we all knowArcticThe region is rich in natural resources such as oil and natural gas, and these resources are also considered to be the last "blue ocean".EconomyValue.
At the same time,ArcticThe region also has an important strategic position. InArcticregionalMissilesLaunch base, you canMissilesThe flight time is reduced to a minimum, which increases nuclear deterrence and strike capabilities. In addition,ArcticThe waterway is also an important passage connecting the East and the West, which can shorten the transportation time and cost, and is of great significance for the transportation and ** of Russia and the Nordic countries.
Against such a background,ArcticRegional competition is inevitable. Countries have stepped up their effortsArcticregional presence and influence, striving for resources and geopolitical interests. In particular, Russia and the United States, asArcticThe intensity of competition among the major powers in the region is even more obvious.
Russia has always beenArcticThe region regards its strategic interests as well as its own strategic interests, and actively engages in related development and cooperation. Russia passedMilitaryThe power is inArcticThe existence and consolidation of the region, which has been incorporated into its own *** strategy. At the same time, Russia is also engaged with China and other countriesArcticcooperation, joint development of resources and the opening of waterways, promotingArcticProsperity and development of the region.
However, the United States is against RussiaArcticThe development of the region is worried. The United States is worried about RussiaArcticStrategy will have an impact on its own interests and try to counteract Russia's influence by expanding its own territory. This action of the United States has undoubtedly aroused strong dissatisfaction and response from Russia.
InArcticIn regional competition, Russia and the United States are the two main players that cannot be ignored. Both sides are trying to expand their influence and control in order to compete for resources and geopolitical interests. This competition will be rightArcticThe future development of the region has far-reaching implications and will beInternationalRelationship with important issues.
Facing the United States inArcticAs Russia expands its region, it has to make a choice and meet the challenge. Russia has always beenArcticThe region regards itself as an area of core interest for its ownArcticRegional presence and sovereignty, Russia is determined to take all necessary measures to preserve.
First of all, inMilitaryaspects,ArcticRegions are Russia's backyard, anything for RussiaMilitarythreats, will provoke a strong reaction from Russia. Therefore, Russia will continue to strengthenArcticregionalMilitarydeploy, consolidate their defenses, and make sure they are inArcticSovereignty and security of the region.
Secondly, inEconomyIn addition, Russia will continue to developArcticregional resources and strengthen cooperation with relevant countries. Especially China, as Russia inArcticThe two sides will continue to strengthen important partners in the regionEnergycooperation and waterway transportation to achieve a win-win situation and common development.
Finally, diplomatically, Russia will continue to firmly defend itselfArcticregional interests. Russia**Putin has expressed his readiness to negotiate with countries hostile to Russia, but only if Russia's interests are defended. This shows that Russia will not give in easily and will resolutely defend its position.
In short, Russia is facing a grim situationArcticChallenge, but Russia will not back down easily. Russia will take all necessary measures to defend itself inArcticregional interests and security, and strengthen cooperation with China and other relevant countries for themselvesArcticStrive for more opportunities for regional development. ArcticRegional competition will becomeInternationalThe important issue of relations will also have a profound impact on the future geopolitical landscape. How to balance the interests of all parties and maintain regional stability and cooperation is an important topic. It is only through dialogue and cooperation that countries can move forward togetherArcticSustainable development of the region and common prosperity.