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An important element of China's foreign policy activity is the formation of conditions for expanding its presence in the Arctic. To achieve its goals, Beijing is increasing trade and economic cooperation with the members of the Arctic Council, using their interest in Chinese financial resources.
In the interests of legitimizing its actions, China has launched a large-scale information campaign abroad, which emphasizes that the rights of the People's Republic of China to develop the Arctic region are based on its long-term participation in the activities of the AU as an observer.
Currently, China has significantly strengthened its position in the international arena. This circumstance allows it to successfully promote its Arctic strategy. According to American political analysts, Chinese President Xi Jinping departs from Deng Xiaoping's position of "restrained policy" in the implementation of the foreign policy course, adheres to the position of "managing on a global scale" to implement "the political course peculiar to a great power". In this regard, one of the most relevant areas of China's activity is the implementation of the national strategy in the Arctic.
Within the framework of the Chinese geopolitical strategy "One Belt, One Road", a new project "Ice Silk Road" has been developed, aimed at expanding China's cooperation with the circumpolar countries, strengthening its position in international organizations, as well as acquiring the necessary advantages in the process of defending its interests in the Arctic.
Read about the interests of the People's Republic of China in the Arctic waters in the next issue of the "Military-Industrial Courier".
