Russian Geographical Society opens office in Svalbard

The Russian Geographical Society opened its new office in Barentsburg on October 24th, according to the Barents Observer. The office will be a so-called Expedition and Tourist Center.

The centre is reported to work with activities related to science, education, and communications.

According to Vice President Artyem Manukyan, it is part of the Society's efforts to strengthen its presence in the Arctic.

"It marks a new stage in our work in the high latitudes of the Arctic," he emphasised in an address.