This week, Foreign Correspondent transports viewers to one of the most remote and geostrategically significant places on the globe—the Arctic Archipelago of Svalbard. Led by reporter Stephanie March, the program offers insights into the escalating tensions in this formerly tranquil Norwegian territory, which has found itself in the crosshairs of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
The Arctic has emerged as a zone of influence contested by Russia and NATO nations, and Svalbard, positioned between these rival powers, occupies a pivotal role in this power play. Russia maintains a foothold on the archipelago, and where there was once peaceful coexistence, allegations of propaganda, provocation, and even sabotage directed at Russia have surfaced.
In this revealing report, the reasons behind the critical importance of this unique and stunning location are probed. As tensions intensify, the factors fueling this shift and their potential consequences for the region are scrutinized.
Foreign Correspondent with Stephanie March, airs Thursday, 25 July 2024, at 8.00 pm on ABC, with streaming available via ABC iview.
