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EU Advances Arctic Subsea Cable Project to Japan and South Korea

EU Advances Arctic Subsea Cable Project to Japan and South Korea

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ThreatCluster •November 3, 2026 at 13:44 UTC
  • •The EU's Arctic Strategy includes the Pan-Arctic Cable System to enhance connectivity.
  • •Japan's lack of urgency is causing delays in the submarine cable project.
  • •The PACS is co-funded and involves six organizations committed to its development.

The European Union is progressing on plans to establish submarine cables connecting Greenland to Japan and South Korea, as part of its Arctic Strategy announced on October 20, 2026. The initiative, known as the Pan-Arctic Cable System (PACS), aims to enhance secure connectivity in the Arctic region. However, the project faces delays due to a perceived lack of urgency from Japan, which views the endeavor as a commercial venture rather than critical infrastructure. The PACS development is supported by six organizations, including Cinia Oy and NORDUnet A/S, and is co-funded through the Connecting Europe Facility Digital program. Potential extensions to Canada and South Korea are also being considered, but these are not part of the current strategy. The EU emphasizes the importance of this project for resilient connectivity in the Arctic, which is increasingly vital for international relations and commerce.

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2026-10-20
EU announces Arctic Strategy
The European Commission presented its Arctic Strategy, naming the Pan-Arctic Cable as a flagship project for secure connectivity.
Neoteo
2026-11-02
EU's cable project update
The EU continues to push for the submarine cable connection to Japan and South Korea despite delays attributed to Japan's response.
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What is the purpose of the Pan-Arctic Cable System?
The PACS aims to enhance secure and resilient connectivity between Europe and Asia via the Arctic.
Who is involved in the PACS development?
Six organizations, including Cinia Oy and NORDUnet A/S, are collaborating on the PACS project.
What challenges is the project facing?
The project is experiencing delays due to Japan's perceived lack of urgency regarding the initiative.