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The Fight for Power
Dear reader. Is Northern Norway about to revolt against the power in the South? The months leading up to the municipal and county elections next fall may be a little too exciting for the incumbent government, at least.
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We continue to closely monitor the flow of Russian gas to Europe. And it strikes me as quite unbelievable that vessels tied to Moscow’s Arctic gas trade continue to access logistical support along the Norwegian coast.
Last week, I covered the annual Kirkenes Conference on the Norwegian border with Russia. To a large degree, it revolved around the power crisis, delays in development, and accusations of broken promises from the government.
The atmosphere was, at times, tense.
«A few decades ago, an uneventful news cycle could always be stimulated by calling up a Northern Norwegian fisher”, commentator Arne O. Holm writes in his column.
“Few, if any, were better suited to starting a war with the 'powers that be' in Oslo. Today, the best approach is to call a mayor in a suit and tie.”
During an interview with Norway's Minister of Local Government, Bjørnar Skjæran (Labor), he said that a new land-use policy white paper will be presented, as it is 'high time.'
Industrial news from Northern Sweden:
The Swedish mining company LKAB has gotten approval for an industrial park for critical minerals and Svensk stål AB is resuming work at a plant after several workers fell ill. (Norwegian only)
Finally, defense news:
There is a new commander of Norway's Brigade North.
And going forward, the US Marine Corps will strengthen its Arctic capabilities by increasing its presence in Alaska. (Norwegian only)
Read about all this and more at High North News.
If you have anything to share, be it op-eds, letters to the editor or tips, send them to hinn@nord.no.
Stay tuned for the most important news from and about the Arctic.
Best,
Editor-in-Chief Trine Jonassen
