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Russian Ambassador to Norway Calls for Respect of Svalbard Treaty and Opposes Arctic Militarization
The Russian ambassador to Norway emphasized that the Svalbard archipelago holds great significance for Russia, stressing the importance of adhering to the Svalbard Treaty signed in 1920, which forms the basis of its relationship with the region. He clarified that Russia considers the archipelago an area for scientific research and cooperation, and that the presence of dual-use facilities raises questions about compliance with Article 9 of the treaty, which prohibits the use of the area for military purposes. Moscow criticized calls to redraw the borders of the Arctic, warning of potential escalation of tension, and confirmed that Oslo's practices in asserting sovereignty require clarification.
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