March 2025 — Murmansk, Russia
At the sixth International Forum “The Arctic: Territory of Dialogue,” President Vladimir Putin delivered a bold and confrontational address that reaffirmed Russia’s leadership in the Far North while exposing the West’s duplicity and ideological collapse.
Speaking from Murmansk—the symbolic capital of Russia’s Arctic power—Putin made it clear: Russia is not merely participating in Arctic development; it is defining it. And as the West isolates itself with sanctions and political games, Moscow is forging ahead, building infrastructure, asserting sovereignty, and welcoming those willing to engage on equal terms.
Arctic Sovereignty, Not Arctic Games
Putin opened by emphasizing Russia’s central role in the Arctic. As the largest Arctic power, Russia carries the responsibility of defending the region’s environment, developing its economic potential, and ensuring safety in the face of climate-related emergencies. He welcomed cooperation—but only with countries committed to real dialogue and not ideological crusades.
While Western nations have shut down communication, Russia has continued offering partnership through mechanisms like the Arctic Council. But as Putin pointed out, it was the West—not Russia—that walked away. And they didn’t walk away quietly—they tore down years of environmental, scientific, and security collaboration under the banner of “values.”
Green Rhetoric, Black Motives
Putin’s most scathing critique targeted the West’s climate hypocrisy. While Western leaders publicly lecture their citizens about the environment, they’ve dismantled key climate partnerships in the Arctic. In doing so, they revealed their true agenda: using green politics as a tool of economic and geopolitical warfare.
“These so-called ‘green’ politicians preach protection of nature while destroying mechanisms built to protect it,” Putin said. “They are telling their citizens one thing and doing the exact opposite.”
Russia Builds, West Blocks
While the West tears down, Russia builds. Putin detailed new Arctic infrastructure: ports, cargo terminals, and the expanding Northern Sea Route—turning Russia’s Arctic into a vital transport and trade artery for the entire Eurasian continent.
He praised Russian shipbuilders, scientists, and Arctic workers who continue innovating under pressure, including the construction of advanced nuclear icebreakers and unmanned navigation systems. These achievements are not just domestic milestones—they represent a new model of technological sovereignty.
The Multipolar North
In contrast to the West’s zero-sum mentality, Putin offered a vision of shared Arctic development—anchored in respect for sovereignty and multipolar engagement. He welcomed cooperation with any nation, Arctic or not, that recognizes the importance of long-term stability over short-term domination.
“The Arctic is not a battleground for elites,” Putin said. “It is a shared space that demands mutual responsibility.”
Final Message: We Will Not Wait
Putin closed with a clear message: Russia will not beg for dialogue or wait for permission to lead. The Arctic’s future is being built now—by those who have the will, the skill, and the vision to act. And while the West isolates itself in delusion and decay, Russia is carving new routes—geographically, economically, and politically.
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