China and Russian Federation conducted the first patrol in the Arctic Ocean

In China's Arctic Strategy, the main focus is on scientific research and commercial interests. Beijing manages several icebreakers and invests in polar navigable technologies, and in military terms is a cautious approach. A group of coastal security ships of China made its first exit to the Arctic Ocean for joint patrolling with Russian colleagues. This was written by the Chinese edition of Global Times on October 2, 2024. This is the first time that Chinese ships went to this region.

The Arctic Patrol checked the readiness of ships to fulfill missions in the new conditions. Patrol also strengthens cooperation between Chinese and Russian coastal protection. Prior to that, Chinese and Russian ships have conducted joint operations in the Northern Pacific since September 21. The naval and geopolitical interests of China in the Arctic are conditioned by a combination of strategic, economic and scientific goals.

Although China is not an Arctic state, it still positions itself as a "permanent" country and seeks to play a significant role in the region. Such a desire is formulated in the construction strategy of the "Polar Silk Road", which promotes the use of Arctic navigable routes, including the northern maritime route, as a quick and safe alternative to transportation of goods, including energy, between Asia and Europe.

In China's Arctic Strategy, the main focus is on scientific research and commercial interests. Beijing manages several iceings and invests in polar navigable technologies. In military terms, China adheres to a cautious approach in the Arctic. But fears are also concerned about dual-use technologies, such as a radar with synthesized aperture for monitoring sea ice, which can also be used in naval operations.