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US: Russia and China hold military exercises over Alaska
US: Russia and China hold military exercises over Alaska
(Franceinfo)
While the northwestern US state is reportedly rich in fossil fuels, it could soon become a major issue. For China, the military exercises over the territory were not provocative.
A Russian strategic bomber takes off. It will join other aircraft of the same type, for a patrol in which Chinese fighter planes are also participating. A joint military exercise over the northern part of the Pacific Ocean, but very close to Alaska. An American state located in the Arctic region opposite Russia. For Beijing, the mission that was carried out was in accordance with international law and therefore had nothing provocative about it. Alaska, a vast territory, but a hostile environment. The winter period is freezing and interminable. A region that is nevertheless the object of all covetousness, because it is rich in natural resources.
According to the US Geological Survey, it is home to 13% of the planet’s undiscovered oil reserves and 30% of its gas reserves. A strategic issue for the major powers. With the melting of the ice linked to global warming, Alaska could soon become more accessible, opening the way to new trade routes to the gates of the North Pole. An issue long ignored by the United States. This is no longer the case, as American soldiers are operating in the region to be ready just in case.
