Summit held to review and address domestic and international requirements. Seventy representatives from across the U.S. Coast Guard met in Anchorage, Alaska, to discuss how better to work…
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White House Releases National Strategy for Arctic Region
The announcement highlights four pillars of stewardship and protection. The White House recently announced the administration’s Arctic Region strategy, stating, “The Arctic—home to more than four million people,…
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Defense Policy Expert Looks to Address Climate Change
Assessments include how heat waves and flooding affect defense efforts. The Department of Defense (DOD) published a piece this week covering the leadership goals of Iris A. Ferguson,…
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Russian and Chinese Warships Operating Near U.S. Coast
Discovery in the Bering Sea made by the Coast Guard. A group of Russian and Chinese warships were discovered earlier this month by the U.S. Coast Guard as…
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Coast Guard Urges Increased Arctic Patrolling
Intends to balance Russian presence with naval influence Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Karl Schultz discussed potential future strategy for the Arctic in an online discussion hosted by Brookings…
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Members of Congress Introduce Arctic Defense Bill
Call on DOD to create a 5-year plan for the region. This past week, Senators Dan Sullivan of Alaska and Angus King of Maine, along with Representatives Mike…
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The United States to Increase Arctic Presence
Coast Guard looks to renovate and expand Seattle base to support operations. The U.S. Coast Guard is proposing the renovation and expansion of its Seattle waterfront base to…
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U.S. Military to Build Facilities in Norway
Norwegian parliament must approve agreement. On Friday, the U.S. government and Norway signed an agreement that will let the United States build military facilities at three Norwegian airfields…
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Russia Building Military Presence in the Arctic
U.S. officials voice concerns over increased weapons testing. U.S. military and civilian officials have voiced concerns about the build-up of the Russian military on the Arctic coast of…
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