NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has said allied nations are discussing “next steps” to ensure the security of the Arctic, citing concerns that Russia and China could become more active in the strategically important region.
“All allies agree on the importance of the Arctic and its security. With sea lanes opening, there is a risk that Russia and China will increase their activity,” Rutte told reporters at a joint press conference in Zagreb with Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic.
Rutte noted that of the eight Arctic states, seven are NATO members – the US, Canada, Denmark, Iceland, Norway, Finland, and Sweden – with Russia remaining outside the alliance. He added that China, despite having no geographic presence in the Arctic, has become “almost an Arctic country” due to the scale of its activities and interest in the region.
The Secretary General said NATO concluded internal discussions last year on strengthening cooperation among its Arctic members and is now focusing on practical follow-up measures.
He emphasised that NATO has become more engaged in Arctic security since 2025 at the request of its seven High North allies, describing the region as “a vital part of NATO territory.”
Plenkovic highlighted the importance of dialogue in resolving tensions over Greenland’s status, saying: “High-quality discussions can ensure global security and maintain Greenland as part of Denmark.”
On US relations, Rutte praised former President Donald Trump for encouraging NATO allies to increase defence spending, dismissing suggestions of an internal crisis within the alliance.
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