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Arctic nations are enhancing their security and sovereignty, with a spotlight on Russia’s resource-rich Arctic, which holds vast hydrocarbons and rare earth minerals. Recent discussions led by Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio hint at potential collaboration between American companies and Russia in Arctic projects, despite ongoing tensions due to the Ukraine conflict. Experts like Dr. Tim Reilly note that if Russia seeks U.S. investment, it may jeopardize its relationship with China, indicating a complex geopolitical landscape influenced by energy and environmental concerns.
