UDC

001.83:94(4)

DOI

10.37482/2687-1505-V342

Authors

Abstract

The paper presents an analytical review of the materials of the Arctic Readings which took place in Moscow in February 2024. The author describes the idea and subject of this international academic forum as well as the contents of the presentations. The discussion of the participants of the Arctic Readings was centred on the book prepared and published by an international team of researchers into the history of the Northeast Passage and Northern Sea Route. The article highlights that the theme of the past and resent exploration of the Arctic and Northern Sea Route as well as the understanding of the historical experience and prospects for their development are strategically important both for Russia and for international relations. It is indicated that the Russian-language version of the discussed publication will be useful for specialists and a wide range of interested readers. A wish is expressed that the Arctic Readings become a good tradition in our country.

Keywords

Arctic, Northeast Passage, Northern Sea Route, academic forum, international cooperation, fundamental scientific publication

References

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