The Arctic Ocean, which was once thought to be a frozen wasteland with little strategic or practical value, is today seen as a melting pot of diverse geopolitical and economic interests. Ironically, despite all of the disastrous effects, climate change has made this frozen frontier more accessible than ever. Shrinking ice now reveals vast stores of oil, gas, and rare earth minerals; new shipping routes, such as the Northern Sea Route, will revolutionise global trade and will become a hub of potential and tension.
Exploiting the Arctic has enormous environmental costs. It is a crucial component of the global climate system, and the globe would be hugely affected if it were to degrade. However, countries find it challenging to exercise restraint due to the promises presented by as-yet-undiscovered resources and profitable trade routes. The future of the Arctic is a global issue. It requires leadership that focuses more on long-term stability and ecological preservation rather than short-term profit and geopolitical gains.
Malaika Wajid
Peshawar
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