Canada is expanding its military presence in the Arctic region as it tries to appease the Trump administration’s calls for higher defense spending and deter Chinese and Russian influence in the remote region.

As the Arctic region becomes a pivotal strategic priority, the 11th Airborne Division is spearheading efforts to secure U.S. interests in the area.

Norway, a NATO member located on the Arctic front line, has said that China's presence in the region is "limited but growing" as it increases cooperation with its quasi-ally Russia. Newsweek has emailed the Chinese and Russian foreign ministries for comment by email.

The final Fiscal Year 2025 spending bill could include a provision for a new Arctic Security Cutter that would operate in parallel with the ongoing Polar Security Cutter icebreaker program, according to two sources familiar with a draft version of the proposal.

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An Arctic air mass kept its grip on much of the central and eastern U.S. on Friday, plunging temperatures to record lows as snow blanketed central Colorado and the Pacific Northwest braced for an atmospheric river.

Citing unnamed U.S. officials, Bloomberg reported that Moscow and Washington were discussing economic cooperation in the far north, which could "drive a wedge" between Russia and key trading ally China. It could also be part of a detente between the U.S. and Russia sought by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Arctic sea ice growth was slow in February, leaving extent at record-low levels for the end of the month. In the Antarctic, the annual minimum in extent is imminent, and near a record low.

The hubs are the cornerstone of the federal government's Arctic security strategy, which committed $2.67 billion over 20 years to building them.

Waters from the Atlantic may be disrupting the layers of Arctic Ocean water that support sea ice formation and retention, researchers say

Canada’s Arctic is easier to explore than ever before thanks to a new highway, more cruise options, and fly-in hiking and skiing adventures.

SODANKYLÄ TRAINING AREA, Finland — Soldiers assigned to 2nd Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division (LI), recently initiated movement from Fort Wainwright, Alaska, to arrive in Finland to commence training for Arctic Forge 25.