Relations between Russia and South Korea in the Arctic Region: Current Situation and Perspectives

Abstract

The authors present a brief overview and motives for expanding of the Korean presence in the Arctic. The bilateral interaction between Russia and Korea in the economic and political sphere is analyzed. The authors conclude with highlighting topical issues of Russo-Korean relations in the Arctic and propose some ideas for the development of relations between the two countries. Keywords—Arctic; Russia; Republic of Korea; Northern Sea Route (NSR); energy; LNG