The Arctic as a resource base
What’s wrong with Russia’s official documents on the Arctic.
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Publish date: November 18, 2005
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Hydro has already participated in several projects in Murmansk and has also announced its plans to open a representative office in Murmansk in the beginning of 2006, as well as a Centere for Higher Qualifications for the regional oil and gas industry. The company plans participation in several social-related projects in the region.
The investments in Murmansk must be considered as a part of Hydro’s positioning in the Russian oil and gas market, especially with regard to the huge Shtokman gas field, the BarentsObserver reported.
What’s wrong with Russia’s official documents on the Arctic.
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