It is a pleasure to watch a geopolitics video from an English-speaking author which tries to review situation objectively, without the usual anti-Russian bias. Thank you very much from Russia.
Usa already losted it's statues wtf r u talking about? It's time to stop getting brainwashed by the west. 1st - China 2nd - Russia 3 - usa ... They just MAD cuz ofc they can't stay first, we can't even imigrate as european they rather take the illegals south americans. So ofc they gone ofc. Their number is too low
I’m from Latvia and now living in UK I was surprised of your knowledge of geography and geopolitics! People in Europe not interested in geographical issues but more concerned with identity policies that’s why western world is on decline and other parts of the world is on rise!
All that military power must be melting the tundras,,, A 22 catch? 16:50 dependent,,, To weaken the giant buy less from it? Soon russian will found out how weak their land is as the artic melts,,, What will all that profit can do ?
@@mihovillmisha9885 I’m born in 1984 so Stalin was dead long time as you know and by time I was supposed to go school there was no Pioneri so no indoctrination in my mind pure observation
Why is this so unusual ? Russia has the longest Arctic ocean border amongst the arctic countries. Also Russia has been investing for more than a century in North Pathway. All of those makes Russia entitled for a lion portion in Arctic resources.
I don't think you know how much love and respect Indians have for the great Soviet union. We have historically been much closer to USSR than usa. We have hated usa hegemony ever since the USSR collapsed and would be very happy if Russia regains its rightful throne again.
“If someone is unhappy that’s when politics starts” Wow this is such an amazing video. I learned so much. This also helps me understand 2022 🇺🇸 war in Ukraine with Russia 🇷🇺
Also watch Prof. John Mearsheimer lecture on 'Why the West is to blame for Ukraine' on the University of Chicago RUclips channel if you haven't seen it already (has almost 30 million views).
Sir I have been listening to your lecture for two weeks. You have good evidences and never blundered in any statement or a topic. You also you clips, images and maps which clear our confusions. You never shared your own face on screen like the other people. That's the second and most important thing due to which I prefer your lectures. ❤️❤️
This is very informative. I’m beginning to notice that all the objective educational videos are narrated by people with Indian accents. Looks like the capital of the free world has shifted.
I am from india, maybe you are right.thanks anyway.well, sharing knowledge in todays world is very important , regardless of its origin.any problem in any corner of the earth sooner or later effects each and every corner of the world.Corona virus has in a way strengthen my belief in this regard.. perhaps reading the book of revelation/prophecies too has had its impact
Just wow! I learned Geography, Politics, Economic Strategies and even history of unions and their International relations. Sir I request you to upload videos more frequently. It's amazing to learn such new things. 🙏❤
Narrator has forgot to mention one important thing when describing geopolitical dependency from the supplier of natural gas and oil. The dependency is mutual. The bulk of oil and gas supply from Russia to EU comes through the aforementioned Eastern European countries, and they heavily manipulated their position as an oil/gas transit countries to gain exclusive cheap offers on gas and oil from Russia. Sometimes they forced other kinds of political and economical benefits like cheap loans from Russia. The demands were becoming increasingly inadequate from the Russian point of view, so it decided to start several expensive projects like a pipeline to Turkey over the Black sea and to Germany over the Baltic Sea. The pipelines over the Eastern European countries is indeed a mean of manipulation. But not by Russia, but by Eastern European controllers, which are in fact United States. They use this influence over Western Europe oil and gas supplies to leverage EU political process and use Eastern European countries to promote US interests in EU. That is why Nord Stream 2 becomes such a problem right now, receiving an unprecedented pressure from US authorities, including direct economic and political blackmail. If it is completed - Russia will be able to finally abandon its oil and gas transit over Eastern Europe and supply these goods directly to predictable, lucrative and much more responsible politically Western European market. It is mostly a question of losing influence on EU from US point of view, and not a question of losing a share of the shale oil and gas market.
@@johnweerasinghe4139 which is reflected on the Ruso-Ucranian war in 2022 !!! Years before the politicians and goverment experts saw it, normal people were already looking at it. Was very sheamless how USA stoped the NordStream II just some monthts ago, and nobody "realised" the main pourpose. And now, 40%, or more, expensive gas for europe, not friendly country? In Rublos please. Who are the loosers? USA? RUSIA?, no, Europe, again, like world war I and II.
@@wakeUpNowHumans This comment thread is gold to understanding!! Thank you Forgive me for asking but how do you think stopping the Nord stream 2 pipeline helped USA. Just asking
@@vintagevinod Well, i said it on the comment, not the main reason, but without NordStreamII now USA has the opportunity to sell gas to Europe. Also the war will generate a lot of money for their weapons factories. Just an example, Germany will spend 2.800 million dollars just buying 34 F-35, 82 million each one.
I really appreciate the details story about Russia. And I really agree Russia country seems like they are silent but have a sophisticated leader that no one could ever compare and their government systems are well established ever since the world began
What BS, Russia since 1945 has always been a second class society with a corrupt ruling élite, even poorer in the far east of Russia. They should dominate the Artic they border nearly all of it. Fool.
Favorite country ❤️ Russian. I was looking for this video, some channels are trying to make negative image of Russia by showing that they are capturing arctic and making Army base camp. It's all about competition, right to make route and taking under control.
Great video and super informative. I did a bit of research and found out that out of the 4 tentative routes the only viable one is the NSR (Northern Sea Route), the North Western Passage via Canada is definitely a no go despite being the second shortest, reason is that the sea is permanently covered by ice and ice thickness is in the range of 3 to 4 meters thick and very compacted whereas the NSR is free of ice for roughly 3 to 4 months and when is covered by ice is only 1 to 2 meters thick and not as compacted as the North Western Passage hence a lot easier for Icebreakers, all of these because earth inclination that exposes NSR to the sun melting the ice for a few months and when is covered by ice is not so thick nor compact. Other reasons that I found that makes the North Western Passage too dangerous is the number of Icebergs lose in the area, similar to what happened to the Titanic. And there is the political reason stated in the video but I believe is not as important as the reasons I mentioned. Seems to me that there is only one clear and viable option and is NSR.
You need to research more. The NWP is ice free most of the year and is optimal for Asian to European trade. Canada wouldn't be building 6 armed navy icebreakers if it wasn't
My friend you simply forget about using the northern route as everything on the ships will freeze and ships may not reach their destination. Additional support from air and icebreakers will add to the cost. Cold is the biggest challenge
@@tsarcube9284 Why would we do that lol? Canada controls the North west passage. The guys post we are commenting on is very misinformed. The NWP is the most important arctic sea route. Epseiclaly now that using anything Russian is a BIG no go.
Amit such excellent presentation and very educational it's very interesting and your presentation is factual and not political bias am happy to discover your channel you are a great educator and teacher 👍👍👍💯
That was interesting to see how foreigner see all this thing about my country. Thank you for the video. You've discovered some things I didn't know before. Cheers!
Most of foreign people knew how great your Russia is with its Bad ass President. Now some of the Russians are falling into the US media brainwashing traps.
@@MountShubh what they have incomen is to be SERIOUS in BUSINESS and seeking business against war... they are both cool and clear thinkers... down to earth...
Wow!!!!!!!!!! This is one of the most well documented research on world economics and politics. Your analysis is impeccable. Your video demonstrations are very good. I so much enjoyed this video. Pls Amit, how can we keep up together on other things relating to Russia and China. I am truly fascinated by your explanations
This was honestly an amazing analysis ! thank you so much for it. I would not have put that last part in just because it was honest and very logical and factual so I feel like it is otherwise unbiased if not for that. good job.
@@HMnew1265 but Russia needs manpower and good relations with all countries for export cooperation. That's why Russia chosen chyna to reach its export with EU and rest of the world. It could be golden chance for IND but missed it due to keep good relations with usa.
This is a very good video. Very, very informative. Explains everything thoroughly. With a rating scale of 1 to 10, I give you a 10. This video as well as being informative, it is easy to understand. This was a great video ✅
You have to add that beside 10.000km more in south route ( Japan-Germany)..in south route you have to pay Suez channel fees and security service to protect the ship form pirates in Gulf of Aden..
Russia would need to build a few harbours to provide supplies to the ships, and also services for maintenance, crew needs, etc.. Russia should do exactly that, alone as much as possible. It would aim to grow infrastructure to the vast north. Of course it requires investments upfront.
This is one of the best easy to understand summaries about world trade and politics without any bull shit, propaganda or fakes filling every news outlet and tv channel of the western media.
Excellent sir The way you explain the Political, economic and military aspect of artic region and its importance for the country's which lie beside arctic region is phenomenal. I'm really impressed. With all veneration hats off to you sir
Amit, this is very informative and well investigated. I appreciate your videos! Although a shorter distance from point A to point B, The Arctic sea route is not the most efficient transportation corridor due to its unstable climate and marginal economic impact. The climate patterns may change year over year, needing many more icebreakers or having not enough at some point in time, which would indeed be a dealbreaker, instead. The fact is, trade routes are meant to cover many stops, each of which is a trading hot spot, and not only service the end points (China to Europe), Even the Canadian Arctic route is inefficient for the same reasons, even if only there is one stop between Asia and Europe, Panama is a major hot spot for Latin Ameircan trade. Think of it as a bus line with many stops, which is the reason for the bus line. The end points are just that -- one more stop in the busline line.
This was such a well put together video. It's 1-1/2 years old but now we can see how Russia's plans are unfolding. They are pushing forward and now working together with China to really make an impact on other countries needing both their resources. We may not all get along but you have to respect the foresight in Russia's grasp of important political and geographical areas.
Sir I Hv one doupt ...In south states general openion is north indians are not high in literacy but in UPSC standard they are more eligible compared to us ...how..it is ...?
Thank you, Amit! I have learned a great deal from your video presentations and hope there will be more to come. It is like a breath of fresh to find geopolitical and historical content that is factually honest and free of personal bias. You present the facts and let your audience form its own conclusions, and that is why you are an awesome teacher. Again, thank you!
The Arctic route will eventually become the main shipping route between the trade of the Far East and EU, reducing its journey by nearly 5,000 km; though the current route via the Strait of Malacca and Suez Canal will still be busy as trade with Africa will continue to grow.
I am not sure if all ships can be used on the Arctic route. I suspect that the requirements for hulls are more stringent, you can bang chunks of ice from time to time even when you follow an icebreaker -- in a long convoy. It will be a winner from Japan, Korea and north China to north Europe -- Mediterranean Europe is close to Suez Canal unlike England and the Netherlands. One risk is much lower up north: pirates.
@@piotrberman6363 , Even the ports south of Shanghai will still enjoy the shorter route; though if the rail freight across the Eurasian landmass could achieve the speed and volume of the Class 1 operators of North America, the scenario will change drastically! Of course, both Russia and China and all the countries in-within will gain!
Worlds total icebreakers per country: Russia: 37 (+4 under construction; + 8 planned) Sweden: 7 Finland: 7 Canada: 6 (+1 planned) Usa: 5 (+1 planned) Denmark: 4 Estonia: 2 China: 1 (+1 planned) Germany: 1 (+1 planned) Norway: 1 (+1 planned) 6 other countries with 1 ice breaker each It must be added that it's ONLY a number of total units in service. No word about the type and capabilities of said icebreakers. E.g. Estonian 2 icebreakers are lowest class with very limited capabilities (can only break think ice), while China and Japan both have 1 each in service which are of way higher class. Russia already dominates far beyong compared to others with the amount of icebreakers which outclass any other icebreakers in the world. In the near future Russia will own 10 of such icebreakers alone.Just let it think in for a moment: - Russia in the near future will not only have outclassed and outmatched icebreakers serving in its arctic fleet, but also THE AMOUNT of those outclassed and outmatched machines will OUTMATCH any other icebreaker fleet on the planet. "Domination" is imo a non-sufficient word to describe the situation lol. It's ike putting Magnus Carlson to play a chess match against a newborn baby... It's not even funny...
Not even close. Canada has 21 existing Coast Guard Icebreakers and in addition is building 6 Armed Royal Canadian Navy and 2 additional Unarmed Coast Guard Icebreaking patrol ships. Two very large Polar Class 8 icebreaker contracts have been awarded to two shipyards as well.
@KJER ERRT Well partners work together but are not integrated with each other. (Like India working together with Japan to counter China.) Because this integration creates a dependence. Look at NATO. There the countries are 'allies'. But if you look at it now, it is the US who is dictating a lot of European international policies. The integration has made the European partners dependent on the US. Look at the whole F35 saga. European countries invested in the development of the F35 with the agreement that they get acces to the source code of the software and things like that. Than after some countries payed and had to pay even more because of American cost overruns the US simply tells them that they won't give access to the source code. This in complete violation of the contracts they signed. So European partners are left with an exploded bill and get an aircraft that regularly needs software updates from the US. If they don't get them, there multi billion dollar investment becomes worthless. Or in the case of to Turkey:"Yes, you payed. Yes, you helped in the development of some componenents. Yes, we allready signed the contracts with you. But we don't like you any more and you don't get the F35." (I am not defending Turkey or there position, but simply stating facts) This is a kind of thing that the Russians will not tolerate.
@KJER ERRT The first part of the relationship between Russia and China is very mainstream in geopolitics. blog.feedspot.com/geopolitics_blogs/ Look and you will find. (If you are going to point out that Sputnik in in that list, I allready know.) The part on the F35 is based on statements made om mainstream news in several EU countries. It was in political debates in several countries. This is not news that is somewhere out there, it is mainstream. Several countries like Germany (who could really use the F35) don't want to buy it for that reason. They are thinking of buying the older F18 super hornet. Even if it has allmost no stealth features. So that will probably mean that it is fake. Who is wearing the tin foil hat?
Really great 👍 analysis. I am doing a course in energy and geopolitics, and this has helped me to understand things clearly. I have save your video for references. Thanks.
US has 1 (one!) operational icebreaker. :) Russia has already begun to build the first Leader-class icebreaker, which will provide year-round navigation along the Northern Sea Route.
@@t.on.y РФ продаёт раза в 3 больше нефти и газа, чем СССР. Древесины, рыбы, металлов и прочего - значительно больше. При этом СССР запускал новейшие корабли в космос, содержал самую оснащённую в мире армию(в 5 раз больший бюджет, чем сейчас), имел более 20% от мирового производства. После проигрыша в холодной войне, страны бывшего СССР - марионетки и просто сырьевые колонии без суверенитета.
It is vivid description of Russia's position in geopolitics. It is a pleasure to hear. The author explains everything in lucid style. I learnt many thing from this video. Thanks a lot for enlightening me by this video. Great.
Its a Blessings then to Russia to all these Natural resources, big chunks of the earth are "dependent on Russia..." Middle East Neighbor to.Russia, Central ASIA, East ASIA, South East ASIA, and Accesible to AFRICA base on map you presented. Thank you for your effort educating People.
I WANT SOME MORE OF THIS. HOW INTERESTING. I GREW UP IN SOUTH AMERICA IN THE TIME WHEN WOMEN"S MIND WERE CRACKED LIKE EGGS TO INSURE SUBMISION FROM US. I NEVER SAW A VIDEO EXPLAINTING CURRENT AFFAIRS IN SUCH A COMPRENSIVE AND COMPLETE WAY.
@@romanchannel69 That's why Western countries can't create a Civil war,Internal Politics crisis or any war against Russia.Putin clear any problems at grass roots level
I have always wondered why Russia is so freaking big. Now I think its good to be this big if there were more countries having there shores in arctic there would a Arctic war by now.
One of the badass presidents of all time. I often see Russia as evil and aggressor because of the propaganda by the west. But now I am interested in Geopolitics, I see Russia as a superpower country with great and kind people.
The west can’t allow Russia to become rich. Cause then they would also start to pose a military threat. With China they waited too long. The US is still more powerful but for how long? I think they are seriously thinking about getting into a war now while they still have the upper hand. That’s a scary thought
Wow, this is quite a good analysis. A lot of aspects were considered. One suggestion that I have is to visually show northern routes(both Europe-Asia and North America) are shorter than the southern ones so you would need anther map projection. I am subscribing ...
Sir .. I don’t know u But I wanna tell u something that you r doing great. I’m a hindi medium student but your lecture increased my English language quality and it continually increasing . Thanku Lots of love & respect 🙏🏻💐
@@AMANKUMARSINGH-yp1qz it's a former Soviet territory, they invest in fast building and military related industries. Plus Russia is very very oil dependant. And it doesn't have that much money anymore to have Soviet level influence in its former Soviet union territories bordering Russia
@@harshjain3122 It has enough money for itself. It runs trade surplus, has a budget surplus and has 500+Bln in reserves and has minimal debts. It is mostly self sufficient and does not depend on foreigners. It is much less dependent on oil for its budget than it used to 20-30 years back. What's more, it has become a biggest grain producer in recent years.
Bratan it is possible only if india and China could sort out their differences then they could form an United block against West . I am an Indian but personally hate govt move to get closer with USA.
@@joydevsarkar4474 lmao if that was the case there wont be any blatant funding by the US to the Indian opposition parties. Bruh you dumb or what? India partnered with the US for weapons and China
Thanks for a very comprehensive presentation. You have contributed so much to my knowledge of the subject matter. THANKS for all the INFORMATION you shared in this video. Excellent content and presentation. Keep up the good work. I am looking forward to your latest videos
@@ilyal5712 А по конкретнее можно ? Свободно общаюсь на немецком но с английским проблема . Вот я и пытаюсь понять а потом узнать , правильно ли я понял .
Great video with great content , enjoy it very much , many others talking about geopolitics and Russia are heavily biased and / or very obviously anti Russian swaying reality , appreciate your fact based and genuine info. with reality based predictions . Love it or hate it Russia is the master and very obviously intends to remain the dominant power in northern regions however if we take an unbiased look at Russia’s actions past and present its clear Russia wants to defend its northern interests but at same time its open to allow anyone to exploit it resources and to work together with anyone regardless of alliance , in fact right now some of biggest UK snd US oil companies conduct operations in Russian regions which benefits all sides unlike US northern regions where no Russian companies have operated past or present .
Great analysis! I can't wait the Leader icebreakers to be built, they will be 50 meters wide, which will allow them to clear the way for heavy cargo ships.
Lol and I though Russia was dead.... Huge eye opener video sir.... Kudos Make next video on India's growing Influence in Middle East - UAE and Saudi Arabia... And I have a question : Does Indian ocean have any resources, that India can explore...?
He said this phrase in another video too :) so I'm guessing that whenever the topic of Russia comes up, the mention of Badass president is a must now ;)
- About the lenght of the coastal territory you forgot to underlined (on the map you use) the Island of new-zemble and some other. - About the sea routes comparaison, the Suez canal has some other particularities : it's not free (rights and taxes), ships have to wait for their turn to pass throught it (and it can be long...!), and if there is conflicts in these unstable areas the ships can suffer some troubles (from even more delay to destruction, for the worst examples, also the risk of piracy).
I was worried that United States would be locked out of the Arctic but then I remembered Alaska. So not only US has claims to the Arctic resources, it has immediate access to the 2 largest oceans Pacific and Atlantic enabling direct access to Europe and Asian, while it's internal area holds 60% of worlds farmland, freshwater and raw materials. United States is certainly a blessed country in terms of resources and geography. There's many reasons why United States became the sole superpower after WW2. Geography is one of them.
Thanks for the video. It help to understand a lot about the race to the artic during the last years and also a lot about what's going on right now at the world stage.
It is a pleasure to watch a geopolitics video from an English-speaking author which tries to review situation objectively, without the usual anti-Russian bias. Thank you very much from Russia.
I hope you know that English is not his first language.
@@abhirajarora7631 English-speaking author
Indians don't have anti Russian bias.
@@abhirajarora7631
There are more non native English speakers today.
Alot of educated people in the West love Russia!
Great presentation Now I Understand why the U.S. is so aggressive with Russia and China, Fear of losing its statues.
In fact, the United States has always had a fear of inferiority.
@@user-pm9jh3ge5q 🤣🤣
Rusia it's more powerfull of any others countris dron poseidonthas of the INE more dangerous arm
Usa already losted it's statues wtf r u talking about? It's time to stop getting brainwashed by the west. 1st - China 2nd - Russia 3 - usa ... They just MAD cuz ofc they can't stay first, we can't even imigrate as european they rather take the illegals south americans. So ofc they gone ofc. Their number is too low
@@user-pm9jh3ge5q 😂
I’m from Latvia and now living in UK I was surprised of your knowledge of geography and geopolitics! People in Europe not interested in geographical issues but more concerned with identity policies that’s why western world is on decline and other parts of the world is on rise!
Can you please elaborate on the identity policies you just mentioned?
All that military power must be melting the tundras,,,
A 22 catch?
16:50 dependent,,,
To weaken the giant buy less from it?
Soon russian will found out how weak their land is as the artic melts,,,
What will all that profit can do ?
Ну не так там все идеально с географией, если приглядеться. Например 9:28 северная часть Норвегии и Мурманск не замерзают, а на видео льды...
You must be russki implant in latbis by stalin. I was in riga twice in 1977 as merchant mariner. Lots og njce memories from club "luna"
@@mihovillmisha9885 I’m born in 1984 so Stalin was dead long time as you know and by time I was supposed to go school there was no Pioneri so no indoctrination in my mind pure observation
Why is this so unusual ? Russia has the longest Arctic ocean border amongst the arctic countries. Also Russia has been investing for more than a century in North Pathway. All of those makes Russia entitled for a lion portion in Arctic resources.
Very good analysis and presentation. Greetings from Moscow to India! Neighboring Countries and important partners.
I don't think you know how much love and respect Indians have for the great Soviet union. We have historically been much closer to USSR than usa. We have hated usa hegemony ever since the USSR collapsed and would be very happy if Russia regains its rightful throne again.
Number of active nuclear powered icebreakers in the world:
Russia: 6
Rest of the world: 0
активных больше, уже не говорю что те что проходят модернизацию + дизельные ледоколы там цифра под 20 шт выходит, если не больше.
@@Cazac89 Их всего за всю историю челвоечества было произведено 12 штук. От старых уже избавились
Russia 42. Other countries 2. 100% fact
In total, more than 50 icebreakers in Russia, 9 more nuclear icebreakers are under construction, some have already been built and are being tested
@@Cazac89 в Целом около 50 плюс суда ледокольного класса ,еще 9 атомных строятся из них уже 2 готовые
Great objective analysis. Good job. Wish you best. Greetings from Serbia.
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“If someone is unhappy that’s when politics starts”
Wow this is such an amazing video. I learned so much. This also helps me understand 2022 🇺🇸 war in Ukraine with Russia 🇷🇺
Also watch Prof. John Mearsheimer lecture on 'Why the West is to blame for Ukraine' on the University of Chicago RUclips channel if you haven't seen it already (has almost 30 million views).
Not just someone but almost everyone
Sir I have been listening to your lecture for two weeks. You have good evidences and never blundered in any statement or a topic. You also you clips, images and maps which clear our confusions. You never shared your own face on screen like the other people. That's the second and most important thing due to which I prefer your lectures. ❤️❤️
This is very informative. I’m beginning to notice that all the objective educational videos are narrated by people with Indian accents. Looks like the capital of the free world has shifted.
Western accent are tools for west propaganda, thats why
I am from india, maybe you are right.thanks anyway.well, sharing knowledge in todays world is very important , regardless of its origin.any problem in any corner of the earth sooner or later effects each and every corner of the world.Corona virus has in a way strengthen my belief in this regard.. perhaps reading the book of revelation/prophecies too has had its impact
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@@mohamedabdelrazek7365 Hate Hate Hate and even more Hate is the hallmark of people like u.
They are geniuses
Just wow!
I learned Geography, Politics, Economic Strategies and even history of unions and their International relations.
Sir I request you to upload videos more frequently. It's amazing to learn such new things. 🙏❤
Everyday is a school day for me . Thank you 👍.
Narrator has forgot to mention one important thing when describing geopolitical dependency from the supplier of natural gas and oil.
The dependency is mutual. The bulk of oil and gas supply from Russia to EU comes through the aforementioned Eastern European countries, and they heavily manipulated their position as an oil/gas transit countries to gain exclusive cheap offers on gas and oil from Russia. Sometimes they forced other kinds of political and economical benefits like cheap loans from Russia.
The demands were becoming increasingly inadequate from the Russian point of view, so it decided to start several expensive projects like a pipeline to Turkey over the Black sea and to Germany over the Baltic Sea.
The pipelines over the Eastern European countries is indeed a mean of manipulation. But not by Russia, but by Eastern European controllers, which are in fact United States. They use this influence over Western Europe oil and gas supplies to leverage EU political process and use Eastern European countries to promote US interests in EU.
That is why Nord Stream 2 becomes such a problem right now, receiving an unprecedented pressure from US authorities, including direct economic and political blackmail. If it is completed - Russia will be able to finally abandon its oil and gas transit over Eastern Europe and supply these goods directly to predictable, lucrative and much more responsible politically Western European market.
It is mostly a question of losing influence on EU from US point of view, and not a question of losing a share of the shale oil and gas market.
So true ...which was reflected in Ukraine behavior in 2014 after the Maidan coup.
@@johnweerasinghe4139 which is reflected on the Ruso-Ucranian war in 2022 !!!
Years before the politicians and goverment experts saw it, normal people were already looking at it.
Was very sheamless how USA stoped the NordStream II just some monthts ago, and nobody "realised" the main pourpose. And now, 40%, or more, expensive gas for europe, not friendly country? In Rublos please.
Who are the loosers? USA? RUSIA?, no, Europe, again, like world war I and II.
@@wakeUpNowHumans This comment thread is gold to understanding!!
Thank you
Forgive me for asking but how do you think stopping the Nord stream 2 pipeline helped USA. Just asking
@@vintagevinod Well, i said it on the comment, not the main reason, but without NordStreamII now USA has the opportunity to sell gas to Europe.
Also the war will generate a lot of money for their weapons factories. Just an example, Germany will spend 2.800 million dollars just buying 34 F-35, 82 million each one.
@@wakeUpNowHumans Thanks that explains it.
I don't know what's more rich, billionaires or this channels content
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This was a seminar work case for International Law class on Extraterritorial Economic Zones at my uni some months ago, this video has all the richness
shut up manpreet. Go say hi to lovepreet and arsedeep for me
I really appreciate the details story about Russia. And I really agree Russia country seems like they are silent but have a sophisticated leader that no one could ever compare and their government systems are well established ever since the world began
The government in that area has NEVER been stable. Really?
What BS, Russia since 1945 has always been a second class society with a corrupt ruling élite, even poorer in the far east of Russia. They should dominate the Artic they border nearly all of it. Fool.
Favorite country ❤️ Russian. I was looking for this video, some channels are trying to make negative image of Russia by showing that they are capturing arctic and making Army base camp. It's all about competition, right to make route and taking under control.
russia is perfectly able to make a negative image of herself with no need of our help.
@@giancarloga8850 that’s actually the other way around. Most of the world cheers Russia 🇷🇺
@@YukiMiaka90 most of the idiots in the world? Yeah
@@giancarloga8850 pretty certain most ppl in the world don’t have such a diagnosis.
@@YukiMiaka90 i envy how optimistic you are about world intelligence and culture :)
Your presentation is a deadly combination of " Excellent content, awesome graphics & ultimate accent "
It's always a treat to hear you.🙏
Great video and super informative. I did a bit of research and found out that out of the 4 tentative routes the only viable one is the NSR (Northern Sea Route), the North Western Passage via Canada is definitely a no go despite being the second shortest, reason is that the sea is permanently covered by ice and ice thickness is in the range of 3 to 4 meters thick and very compacted whereas the NSR is free of ice for roughly 3 to 4 months and when is covered by ice is only 1 to 2 meters thick and not as compacted as the North Western Passage hence a lot easier for Icebreakers, all of these because earth inclination that exposes NSR to the sun melting the ice for a few months and when is covered by ice is not so thick nor compact. Other reasons that I found that makes the North Western Passage too dangerous is the number of Icebergs lose in the area, similar to what happened to the Titanic. And there is the political reason stated in the video but I believe is not as important as the reasons I mentioned. Seems to me that there is only one clear and viable option and is NSR.
You need to research more. The NWP is ice free most of the year and is optimal for Asian to European trade. Canada wouldn't be building 6 armed navy icebreakers if it wasn't
plus NWP is closer to the magnetic North pole, so very difficult for ships to navigate
@@scottmccambley764 Canada can try to open up an alternative to NSR but I have doubts it will really get anywhere or would be used as much.
My friend you simply forget about using the northern route as everything on the ships will freeze and ships may not reach their destination. Additional support from air and icebreakers will add to the cost. Cold is the biggest challenge
@@tsarcube9284 Why would we do that lol? Canada controls the North west passage. The guys post we are commenting on is very misinformed. The NWP is the most important arctic sea route. Epseiclaly now that using anything Russian is a BIG no go.
I am a B.Tech CSE student. I don't know why I often end up here. Maybe, it's because the way sir explains. Hats-off to you.
Right
I am mech
@Harshit Joshi s
I'm civil😁
i am machnical
Amit such excellent presentation and very educational it's very interesting and your presentation is factual and not political bias am happy to discover your channel you are a great educator and teacher 👍👍👍💯
Lucid, well researched, sensible, unbiased, and accessible. Thank you
Very well done, Amit, your presentation includes all the informations on the topic as a colleague of mine uses to deliver during his conferences.
salutes to you, Russia!
That was interesting to see how foreigner see all this thing about my country.
Thank you for the video.
You've discovered some things I didn't know before.
Cheers!
Most of foreign people knew how great your Russia is with its Bad ass President. Now some of the Russians are falling into the US media brainwashing traps.
Thats because Indians love Russia!
@@warpdrive9229 he not showing love to any country he is just stating facts nothing more.....
@@warpdrive9229 LMAO not really
@@MountShubh what they have incomen is to be SERIOUS in BUSINESS and seeking business against war...
they are both cool and clear thinkers... down to earth...
Wow!!!!!!!!!!
This is one of the most well documented research on world economics and politics.
Your analysis is impeccable.
Your video demonstrations are very good.
I so much enjoyed this video.
Pls Amit, how can we keep up together on other things relating to Russia and China.
I am truly fascinated by your explanations
This was honestly an amazing analysis !
thank you so much for it.
I would not have put that last part in just because it was honest and very logical and factual so I feel like it is otherwise unbiased if not for that. good job.
" Sitting on Top makes them to have a best view of the World "
When did he said this ?
@@user_nagauri when u were absent
@@HMnew1265 but Russia needs manpower and good relations with all countries for export cooperation. That's why Russia chosen chyna to reach its export with EU and rest of the world.
It could be golden chance for IND but missed it due to keep good relations with usa.
What's even funny is that, THERE IS NO TOP OR UP OR DOWN in space.
The content on your channel is absolutely remarkable. I’m so glad I came upon it!
Russia is well advanced in designing its strategy on global issues and events than USA-EU. Excellent research works.
This is a very good video. Very, very informative. Explains everything thoroughly. With a rating scale of 1 to 10, I give you a 10. This video as well as being informative, it is easy to understand. This was a great video ✅
You shouldn't trust this video too much, it has a frank lie. For example: Finland is not a NATO member.
You have to add that beside 10.000km more in south route ( Japan-Germany)..in south route you have to pay Suez channel fees and security service to protect the ship form pirates in Gulf of Aden..
@Jack ripper during summer not needed..and toll+Icebreaker+fuel = is less money than Suez fees+security personal+fuel...
Or usa pirats
@Jack ripper Ice breaker are cheap..it is Nuclear and not fuel..
Russia would need to build a few harbours to provide supplies to the ships, and also services for maintenance, crew needs, etc..
Russia should do exactly that, alone as much as possible. It would aim to grow infrastructure to the vast north. Of course it requires investments upfront.
@@krollpeter true
Excellent work Mr. Sengupta!
Clear, concise analysis and explanation!
Please don't stop making videos!🙏
This is an excellent analysis. Saved in my favorite videos. Greetings from Russia.
love from india .
Very well put presentation. Non bias, just information, very detailed and analytical. Subscribed
This is one of the best easy to understand summaries about world trade and politics without any bull shit, propaganda or fakes filling every news outlet and tv channel of the western media.
This is a very splendid analysis - keep up the good work.
Excellent sir The way you explain the Political, economic and military aspect of artic region and its importance for the country's which lie beside arctic region is phenomenal. I'm really impressed. With all veneration hats off to you sir
I'm fully understand about Russia on Arctic Circle and sea routes, Thank you so much sir
Amit, this is very informative and well investigated. I appreciate your videos! Although a shorter distance from point A to point B, The Arctic sea route is not the most efficient transportation corridor due to its unstable climate and marginal economic impact. The climate patterns may change year over year, needing many more icebreakers or having not enough at some point in time, which would indeed be a dealbreaker, instead. The fact is, trade routes are meant to cover many stops, each of which is a trading hot spot, and not only service the end points (China to Europe), Even the Canadian Arctic route is inefficient for the same reasons, even if only there is one stop between Asia and Europe, Panama is a major hot spot for Latin Ameircan trade. Think of it as a bus line with many stops, which is the reason for the bus line. The end points are just that -- one more stop in the busline line.
This was such a well put together video. It's 1-1/2 years old but now we can see how Russia's plans are unfolding. They are pushing forward and now working together with China to really make an impact on other countries needing both their resources. We may not all get along but you have to respect the foresight in Russia's grasp of important political and geographical areas.
"This is why russia is the Boss and they realise it" 🤣👌 thanks but for real get more Information than in any other media. Thank very good work.
Are u Russian ?
@@jayantsingh3078да но я в Германии живу.
Russia will soon lag behind China and I'm thinking even India as well by 2035. Sorry to burst your bubble.
@@12akul Lag behind in what? In the armament-hardly.
@@user-ox3bp4rz3n Russia economy is shit though
An impartial, well informed presentation. Brilliant analysis
Dear Sir, It's my humble request to you plz upload more vedioes like this on national and international issues...❤ from Kanpur
Sir I Hv one doupt ...In south states general openion is north indians are not high in literacy but in UPSC standard they are more eligible compared to us ...how..it is ...?
@THE ZOLDICS doupt 😅😂😂😂
Amazing Russia. I like them on how they are helping and not arrogant even a bit despite of having good option on earth. Spasiba - love India
Thank you, Amit! I have learned a great deal from your video presentations and hope there will be more to come. It is like a breath of fresh to find geopolitical and historical content that is factually honest and free of personal bias. You present the facts and let your audience form its own conclusions, and that is why you are an awesome teacher. Again, thank you!
a real fine analysis, impressive, detailed, and throughout.
Thank you for such detailed and simplified video, the way you explain topics are very good.
Only channel from India who has content better than Caspian Report!
His report is much better than that channel. Don't compare with that.
Caspian report is Azeri if Im not wrong
Stop it man
The Caspian Report has a strong anti-Russian bias.
caspian report are very biased lol
The Arctic route will eventually become the main shipping route between the trade of the Far East and EU, reducing its journey by nearly 5,000 km; though the current route via the Strait of Malacca and Suez Canal will still be busy as trade with Africa will continue to grow.
Don't need Suez to trade with Africa.
@@wesmo_ , Well the canal is still needed as trade with the Mediterrean Ports which are unlikely to use the Arctic route.
I am not sure if all ships can be used on the Arctic route. I suspect that the requirements for hulls are more stringent, you can bang chunks of ice from time to time even when you follow an icebreaker -- in a long convoy. It will be a winner from Japan, Korea and north China to north Europe -- Mediterranean Europe is close to Suez Canal unlike England and the Netherlands. One risk is much lower up north: pirates.
@@piotrberman6363 , Even the ports south of Shanghai will still enjoy the shorter route; though if the rail freight across the Eurasian landmass could achieve the speed and volume of the Class 1 operators of North America, the scenario will change drastically! Of course, both Russia and China and all the countries in-within will gain!
I feel this is the most key information driving geopolitics today. Thank you so much.
Worlds total icebreakers per country:
Russia: 37 (+4 under construction; + 8 planned)
Sweden: 7
Finland: 7
Canada: 6 (+1 planned)
Usa: 5 (+1 planned)
Denmark: 4
Estonia: 2
China: 1 (+1 planned)
Germany: 1 (+1 planned)
Norway: 1 (+1 planned)
6 other countries with 1 ice breaker each
It must be added that it's ONLY a number of total units in service. No word about the type and capabilities of said icebreakers. E.g. Estonian 2 icebreakers are lowest class with very limited capabilities (can only break think ice), while China and Japan both have 1 each in service which are of way higher class.
Russia already dominates far beyong compared to others with the amount of icebreakers which outclass any other icebreakers in the world. In the near future Russia will own 10 of such icebreakers alone.Just let it think in for a moment: - Russia in the near future will not only have outclassed and outmatched icebreakers serving in its arctic fleet, but also THE AMOUNT of those outclassed and outmatched machines will OUTMATCH any other icebreaker fleet on the planet. "Domination" is imo a non-sufficient word to describe the situation lol. It's ike putting Magnus Carlson to play a chess match against a newborn baby... It's not even funny...
What source did you use to get these data?
Trust me, if the US had a need for these ships, they would have many more than Russia.
@@aaronrichards19886 I don't trust you because you're a nobody lol
@@aaronrichards19886 juju usa dont ned tha in few year the oil use is going to be history
Not even close. Canada has 21 existing Coast Guard Icebreakers and in addition is building 6 Armed Royal Canadian Navy and 2 additional Unarmed Coast Guard Icebreaking patrol ships. Two very large Polar Class 8 icebreaker contracts have been awarded to two shipyards as well.
Kuddos man!!! Really a wow job
An attempt to summarize world politics in minutes and it is😍✌️
Thank you for the content !
Go Russia ! To make Russia great again !
@KJER ERRT strategical partner not allies
@KJER ERRT They are partners, but I doubt if they are friends.
@@Anonymous-cm8jy Agree.
@KJER ERRT Well partners work together but are not integrated with each other. (Like India working together with Japan to counter China.)
Because this integration creates a dependence.
Look at NATO. There the countries are 'allies'. But if you look at it now, it is the US who is dictating a lot of European international policies. The integration has made the European partners dependent on the US.
Look at the whole F35 saga. European countries invested in the development of the F35 with the agreement that they get acces to the source code of the software and things like that. Than after some countries payed and had to pay even more because of American cost overruns the US simply tells them that they won't give access to the source code. This in complete violation of the contracts they signed. So European partners are left with an exploded bill and get an aircraft that regularly needs software updates from the US. If they don't get them, there multi billion dollar investment becomes worthless.
Or in the case of to Turkey:"Yes, you payed. Yes, you helped in the development of some componenents. Yes, we allready signed the contracts with you.
But we don't like you any more and you don't get the F35."
(I am not defending Turkey or there position, but simply stating facts)
This is a kind of thing that the Russians will not tolerate.
@KJER ERRT The first part of the relationship between Russia and China is very mainstream in geopolitics. blog.feedspot.com/geopolitics_blogs/ Look and you will find.
(If you are going to point out that Sputnik in in that list, I allready know.)
The part on the F35 is based on statements made om mainstream news in several EU countries. It was in political debates in several countries. This is not news that is somewhere out there, it is mainstream. Several countries like Germany (who could really use the F35) don't want to buy it for that reason. They are thinking of buying the older F18 super hornet. Even if it has allmost no stealth features.
So that will probably mean that it is fake.
Who is wearing the tin foil hat?
Really great 👍 analysis. I am doing a course in energy and geopolitics, and this has helped me to understand things clearly. I have save your video for references. Thanks.
Wow superb analysis.
Loved the last line about Putin... BADASS!!!!!!
When you realise ,One Could Prepare For UPSC without Expensive Coaching.
US has 1 (one!) operational icebreaker. :) Russia has already begun to build the first Leader-class icebreaker, which will provide year-round navigation along the Northern Sea Route.
США не нужно строить ледоколы. Они опять будут давить санкциями в привычной манере.
Зачем США ледоколы, если ледоколы уже есть у РФ? РФ в любом случае будет отдавать все свои ресурсы за зелёную бумагу в США и остальным их союзникам.
@@zdobrov судя по комменту, даже пытаться рассказывать нет смысла.
@@zdobrov "бесплатные дома" в СССР строились за деньги полученные с продажи нефти и газа в Европу.
@@t.on.y РФ продаёт раза в 3 больше нефти и газа, чем СССР. Древесины, рыбы, металлов и прочего - значительно больше. При этом СССР запускал новейшие корабли в космос, содержал самую оснащённую в мире армию(в 5 раз больший бюджет, чем сейчас), имел более 20% от мирового производства. После проигрыша в холодной войне, страны бывшего СССР - марионетки и просто сырьевые колонии без суверенитета.
I liked the video, because it simplifies the concept more clearly than newspapers.
It is vivid description of Russia's position in geopolitics. It is a pleasure to hear. The author explains everything in lucid style. I learnt many thing from this video. Thanks a lot for enlightening me by this video. Great.
Its a Blessings then to Russia to all these Natural resources, big chunks of the earth are "dependent on Russia..." Middle East Neighbor to.Russia, Central ASIA, East ASIA, South East ASIA, and Accesible to AFRICA base on map you presented. Thank you for your effort educating People.
Sir, I expect Economics series from you.
Thank you 🙂🙏
I am running short of words on how great this video is.
One of the best analysis and concatenation of facts and figures... amazing and highly informative...
I WANT SOME MORE OF THIS. HOW INTERESTING. I GREW UP IN SOUTH AMERICA IN THE TIME WHEN WOMEN"S MIND WERE CRACKED LIKE EGGS TO INSURE SUBMISION FROM US. I NEVER SAW A VIDEO EXPLAINTING CURRENT AFFAIRS IN SUCH A COMPRENSIVE AND COMPLETE WAY.
Holy shit that sounds terrible.
Great lecture about Russia in geopolitics! Greetings from Russia!
Sir ,I must admit that the quality of your information is unparallel and the presentation is also impeccable 👌
Great insight into Future business routes. Only challenge is the fast changing geo political alignment where no permanent friends or foes.
Lastly they have a badass president
Me: ayyee! i drink to that🍻.
Putin namba wan!!!🇷🇺🇷🇺🇷🇺
Badass president?
Stalin: Am i joke to you? Shoot away!
@@romanchannel69 Lmao stop smoking too much Western propaganda you Navalny fanboy
@@romanchannel69 That's why Western countries can't create a Civil war,Internal Politics crisis or any war against Russia.Putin clear any problems at grass roots level
I have always wondered why Russia is so freaking big. Now I think its good to be this big if there were more countries having there shores in arctic there would a Arctic war by now.
One of the badass presidents of all time. I often see Russia as evil and aggressor because of the propaganda by the west. But now I am interested in Geopolitics, I see Russia as a superpower country with great and kind people.
The west can’t allow Russia to become rich. Cause then they would also start to pose a military threat. With China they waited too long. The US is still more powerful but for how long? I think they are seriously thinking about getting into a war now while they still have the upper hand. That’s a scary thought
Очень грамотно!
Wish your voice will be used for google maps. We will never miss a turn then
Yep
simp
Wow, this is quite a good analysis. A lot of aspects were considered. One suggestion that I have is to visually show northern routes(both Europe-Asia and North America) are shorter than the southern ones so you would need anther map projection. I am subscribing ...
Sir .. I don’t know u
But I wanna tell u something that you r doing great.
I’m a hindi medium student but your lecture increased my English language quality and it continually increasing .
Thanku
Lots of love & respect 🙏🏻💐
Very informative and extended research was done on this Global topic. Keep up the good work Thanks for the valuable information
woh kehte hai na jiske paas paisa hai duniya uss hi ko pooch ti hai, first hindi sentence ive heard from you :)
Then you should check for his explanation of Hindi poems too :)
@@asitranjanswain834 where?
@@sowmyak7057 ruclips.net/video/bg85nPzHfk0/видео.html
Simply Wow🤯. You make any topic interesting. Thank you Amit. You are a badass educator😎
"last but not least, they have badass president" 🤣🤣
Agreed.
No.
He is not efficient.
Ruling for about 25 years and still..
😂😭 Putin is the man!!!!!!!
@@AMANKUMARSINGH-yp1qz it's a former Soviet territory, they invest in fast building and military related industries. Plus Russia is very very oil dependant. And it doesn't have that much money anymore to have Soviet level influence in its former Soviet union territories bordering Russia
@@harshjain3122 It has enough money for itself. It runs trade surplus, has a budget surplus and has 500+Bln in reserves and has minimal debts. It is mostly self sufficient and does not depend on foreigners. It is much less dependent on oil for its budget than it used to 20-30 years back. What's more, it has become a biggest grain producer in recent years.
I like the term "Badass President" lol. Wonderfully informative. If everyone would unite in this region, a wonderful thing will happen.
watching videos like this increases knowledge, so interesting and informative. Thanks. Rafiullah Minqad from Afghanistan.
Very interesting and excellent presentation 👍 I'm subscribing! And is an excellent channel to have my teens watch to get a well rounded understanding!
Sir make a video for the economy power of China and Russia goes up... And how the usa economy goes down...
Bratan it is possible only if india and China could sort out their differences then they could form an United block against West . I am an Indian but personally hate govt move to get closer with USA.
@@akshat_khare i personally think this NDA govt is set up by west means USA
@@joydevsarkar4474 lmao if that was the case there wont be any blatant funding by the US to the Indian opposition parties. Bruh you dumb or what? India partnered with the US for weapons and China
Thanks for a very comprehensive presentation. You have contributed so much to my knowledge of the subject matter. THANKS for all the INFORMATION you shared in this video. Excellent content and presentation. Keep up the good work. I am looking forward to your latest videos
Good job man. These days I find indian journalists are the most objective overall, sticking just to facts and no propaganda
You basically foretold the war of Ukrain. Excellent work. Thank you.
Из России с любовью!. да, автор абсолютно прав
В чём конкретно ?
@@pit_viper2013 во всём
@@pit_viper2013
В нормальном описании всех сторон без предвзятости.
@@ilyal5712 А по конкретнее можно ?
Свободно общаюсь на немецком но с английским проблема . Вот я и пытаюсь понять а потом узнать , правильно ли я понял .
@@Wall_T. Во всём ? Это почти тоже самое что и не в чём . )))
Great analysis, fair and unbias reporting. Keep up the good work.
Great video with great content , enjoy it very much , many others talking about geopolitics and Russia are heavily biased and / or very obviously anti Russian swaying reality , appreciate your fact based and genuine info. with reality based predictions . Love it or hate it Russia is the master and very obviously intends to remain the dominant power in northern regions however if we take an unbiased look at Russia’s actions past and present its clear Russia wants to defend its northern interests but at same time its open to allow anyone to exploit it resources and to work together with anyone regardless of alliance , in fact right now some of biggest UK snd US oil companies conduct operations in Russian regions which benefits all sides unlike US northern regions where no Russian companies have operated past or present .
After the war in Ukraine, this video is more relevant than ever.
Great analysis! I can't wait the Leader icebreakers to be built, they will be 50 meters wide, which will allow them to clear the way for heavy cargo ships.
Lol and I though Russia was dead.... Huge eye opener video sir.... Kudos
Make next video on India's growing Influence in Middle East - UAE and Saudi Arabia... And I have a question : Does Indian ocean have any resources, that India can explore...?
Large deposits of Thorium but we still don't know how to utilise it.
@@Valkyrie1941 in which part of indian Ocean bro??
Tamilnadu sand has thorium.
We r in advance stage of thorium n.energy research globally.
@@ankitsharan1881 wow great, tamilians are on Top in India 💯
Badass is least expected from Amit but you never know, he can also do the unexpected things :P
He said this phrase in another video too :) so I'm guessing that whenever the topic of Russia comes up, the mention of Badass president is a must now ;)
- About the lenght of the coastal territory you forgot to underlined (on the map you use) the Island of new-zemble and some other.
- About the sea routes comparaison, the Suez canal has some other particularities : it's not free (rights and taxes), ships have to wait for their turn to pass throught it (and it can be long...!), and if there is conflicts in these unstable areas the ships can suffer some troubles (from even more delay to destruction, for the worst examples, also the risk of piracy).
I was worried that United States would be locked out of the Arctic but then I remembered Alaska.
So not only US has claims to the Arctic resources, it has immediate access to the 2 largest oceans Pacific and Atlantic enabling direct access to Europe and Asian, while it's internal area holds 60% of worlds farmland, freshwater and raw materials.
United States is certainly a blessed country in terms of resources and geography. There's many reasons why United States became the sole superpower after WW2. Geography is one of them.
Thanks for the video. It help to understand a lot about the race to the artic during the last years and also a lot about what's going on right now at the world stage.
hey man! don't listen to all these "do a video on this and that" just do your thing it's perfect(i guess you probably are doing it lol).
'Heartland Theory' has significance in today's date also.
Glad I’m still awake.. Thanks for the time stamps ❤️
It was interesting for me, thank you!!! I study English, and for me it was usefull to better understand my country)))
Hey men i just love Russia. Russia is the best country in the world for me
I am from Trinidad and Tobago 🇹🇹Russia is the country that i really love
Go to rusia live there
Sir please make a video on economic terms just like u did in geography please 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏