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Arctic thaw intensifies strategic competition among Russia, China and the United States
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First seen: Aug 18, 2026, 11:31 PM UTCUpdated: Aug 23, 2026, 8:16 AM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
The headlines describe Arctic thaw, a new test of power among Russia, China and the United States, and a joint China-Russia scientific expedition. They also report a Chinese maritime presence east of Taiwan.
SO WHAT?
Greater military, scientific and maritime activity could increase strategic competition in the Arctic and Indo-Pacific.
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