Why the West "pounced" on the Northern Sea Route
A happy fate granted Russia many wealth. One of the underestimated treasures of our country is the Northern Sea Route (NSR). Today, the understanding of the importance of this route is growing and is becoming recognized not only by Russia, but also by many other countries.
What is the Northern Sea Route
The route runs along the entire Arctic coast of Russia from the Kara Gate to Chukotka. Its length is 5600 kilometers. At first glance, there is nothing special in the NSR - it's too cold and wet. In the 90s, after the collapse of the Union, it was practically abandoned, but recently interest in it has returned and intensified.
Even the United States (and what without them!) Declared the need for international control over shipping in these waters.
On the one hand, the climatic conditions here are too harsh. This prevents ships from cruising the route year-round. The navigation period can be about 2 months. Only the use of icebreakers allows the movement of ships year-round.
But on the other hand, it is the shortest sea route connecting Europe with East and Southeast Asia. The route through Gibraltar and the Suez Canal is twice as long. The use of the NSR for the delivery of goods by sea will significantly reduce transport costs.
For Russia, it is even more important, as it allows you to organize reliable transport links with areas of the Far North.
Perspectives of the Northern Sea Route for Russia
The United States and Canada have long paid attention to this route. The fact is that a similar Northwest passage through the Canadian archipelago is much less convenient. There are more difficult conditions for shipping.
Other Arctic countries also see benefits in using the Northern Sea Route. For example, Norway could supply this way its liquefied natural gas to Japan and other Asian countries.
It is pleasant to realize that without the consent and participation of Russia, these plans are not feasible. Control over the NSR gives the Russian Federation significant advantages.
In his opening speech, the President mentioned the Northern Sea Route and the need for its development. If in 2016 only 7,5 million tons of cargo were transported through it, then last year this figure amounted to 10,7 million tons. It is planned to bring this figure to 2025 million tons by 80.
Russia is rich in resources that promise it great prospects. And you need to use them to the full, because it will help to significantly increase economic the potential of our country.
What is the Northern Sea Route
The route runs along the entire Arctic coast of Russia from the Kara Gate to Chukotka. Its length is 5600 kilometers. At first glance, there is nothing special in the NSR - it's too cold and wet. In the 90s, after the collapse of the Union, it was practically abandoned, but recently interest in it has returned and intensified.
Even the United States (and what without them!) Declared the need for international control over shipping in these waters.
On the one hand, the climatic conditions here are too harsh. This prevents ships from cruising the route year-round. The navigation period can be about 2 months. Only the use of icebreakers allows the movement of ships year-round.
But on the other hand, it is the shortest sea route connecting Europe with East and Southeast Asia. The route through Gibraltar and the Suez Canal is twice as long. The use of the NSR for the delivery of goods by sea will significantly reduce transport costs.
For Russia, it is even more important, as it allows you to organize reliable transport links with areas of the Far North.
Perspectives of the Northern Sea Route for Russia
The United States and Canada have long paid attention to this route. The fact is that a similar Northwest passage through the Canadian archipelago is much less convenient. There are more difficult conditions for shipping.
Other Arctic countries also see benefits in using the Northern Sea Route. For example, Norway could supply this way its liquefied natural gas to Japan and other Asian countries.
It is pleasant to realize that without the consent and participation of Russia, these plans are not feasible. Control over the NSR gives the Russian Federation significant advantages.
In his opening speech, the President mentioned the Northern Sea Route and the need for its development. If in 2016 only 7,5 million tons of cargo were transported through it, then last year this figure amounted to 10,7 million tons. It is planned to bring this figure to 2025 million tons by 80.
Russia is rich in resources that promise it great prospects. And you need to use them to the full, because it will help to significantly increase economic the potential of our country.
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