The Suez Canal Isn't Blocking the Suez, but It's a Shorter Route to Asia

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Russia is promoting a northern sea route to asia along its arctic coast. Astraseska says moscow has been investing in the route and building ice breakers. She hopes that in five to ten years from now, it'll be in use year round.

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