NATO's Strategic Arctic Stand: No Military Expansion for Russia or China

German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius affirmed NATO's position against allowing military use of the Arctic by Russia or China. Germany, in collaboration with European partners, plans to send soldiers to Greenland. Coordination with the U.S. under NATO is deemed crucial for the Greenland mission.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 15-01-2026 16:09 IST | Created: 15-01-2026 16:09 IST
NATO's Strategic Arctic Stand: No Military Expansion for Russia or China
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In a recent statement, German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius firmly declared that NATO will prevent Russia and China from establishing military presence in the Arctic region.

Following Germany's decision to join European partners on a reconnaissance mission to Greenland, Pistorius emphasized the importance of coordination within NATO, especially under U.S. partnership.

This mission, led by Denmark, underscores the strategic significance of collaborative efforts to monitor the Arctic's security landscape.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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