| Summary/Abstract |
The greatest change resulting from the Arctic thaw is the activation of Arctic
resource development and the development of Arctic ports. In this regard, Arctic
governance and Arctic regimes arising from climate change, global warming,
resource development, Arctic Route, logistics, maritime boundary delimitation,
environmental and biodiversity conservation and sustainable development are
underway, and the activities of the Arctic Council (AC). Russia is now investing
funds in a comprehensive approach to the collection of information on waterways,
hydro-meteorology and maps and the strengthening of safety measures for the
prevention of oil spills. In light of this, Russia has proceeded with long-term use
and development of the Northern Sea Route despite the constraints of the Arctic
environment and conditions. It is also calling for government cooperation with
business entities in the development of a nuclear-powered icebreaker fleet. In
particular, Russia has played the most active role in Arctic development such as
resource development and military base construction with a focus on icebreakers.
In this context, the main purpose of this article is to examine sustainable Arctic
development policies focusing on the characteristics of Arctic policies and the status
of Arctic ports and railway and road networks under Vladimir Putin’s presidency.
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