`A great power play is shaping up´: China´s military using scientific research to push into ...
(WorldNews Asia)

China`s military is increasingly using scientific expeditions as a means of pushing into the mineral-rich Arctic, a new spy report has concluded. Beijing is employing a `dual purpose` approach to polar research amid rising tensions, according to Denmark`s intelligence agency. China, which defines itself as a `near-Arctic state`, seeks greater access to untapped resources and speedier trade using Arctic sea routes, and has invested heavily in polar research in recent years. Download the new Indpendent Premium app Sharing the full story, not just the headlines Download now Such routes were made part of Beijing´s `belt and road` initiative two years ago; the scheme looks to strengthen Chinese...