This paper covers the transformation of the Russian state policy in Arctic since early 2000's till now describes and assesses the factors governing its certain directions. Russia's competitive positions in the Arctic space in connection with country's economic and geopolitical presence in that area are assessed. Special attention is paid to promising projects for the development of the Arctic zone of the Russian Federation. It is noted that the specifics of the Arctic policy of Russia at the present stage is the comprehensive approach to the development of the Russian Arctic zone and protection of national interests in that region accounting for legal, international, scientific, economic, military and other elements.
Purpose: The purpose of the study is to determine the state policy of the Russian Federation on the Northern and Arctic territories in the 1990s.
Methodology: This is analytical-logical research that has been done through content analysis and documentary and library research.
Result: Results showed that First of all Russia abruptly changed the priorities of its policy to the Far North setting the course to leave the region in all spheres. Dozens of polar expeditions from the USA, Norway, and Germany were sent to the Russian sector of polar lands. Russia itself rapidly turned off its economic presence in the North. “The North Pole-31” (drifting polar station) was stopped for 12 years on June 25, 1991.
Applications: This research can be used for universities, teachers, and students.
Novelty/Originality: In this research, the model of the state policy of the Russian Federation on the northern and arctic territories in the 1990s is presented in a comprehensive and complete manner.
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