„Un front în competiția globală dintre marile puteri”. Comisia Europeană anunță strategia UE pentru o regiune cheie

The European Commission has unveiled a new Arctic strategy focusing on security amid increasing Russian and Chinese activities. Ursula von der Leyen emphasized the need for the EU to adapt its strategic position in the Arctic, highlighting the region's geopolitical significance. The strategy prioritizes security, climate change response, prosperity, and community opportunities. It includes plans to enhance the EU's icebreaker fleet and establish a maritime security center for better monitoring. Additionally, the EU aims to reduce dependency on the US by developing secure submarine cables and ensuring environmental protection against hydrocarbon exploitation.