A Chinese scientific  expedition arrived at Svalbad, the capital of Svalbad Islands,  Friday at 3:15 a.m. local time.

   The team will build China's first scientific research station  in the Arctic here designed to accommodate a three-year  comprehensive program on climate, environment and resources in the Arctic region.

   The 17-member team, consisting of scientists and journalists,  left Beijing Tuesday and entered the North Pole area early  Wednesday morning.