Putin: Russia will develop the trans-Arctic corridor

Russia sees growing interest in the trans-Arctic corridor from Russian and foreign companies, said Russian President Vladimir Putin while speaking at the plenary session of the Eastern Economic Forum, as quoted by RIA Novosti. ‘We always talk about the Northern Sea Route,’ Putin said, noting the importance of developing this key strategic area. He highlighted the benefits of the Northern Sea Route for international trade and emphasized Russia’s commitment to enhancing its infrastructure and ensuring its sustainability.