Arctic Operations and International Cooperation

Admiral Linda Fagan highlights the crucial role of the Coast Guard in Arctic operations, emphasizing the significance of the polar security cutter for maintaining presence in both the Arctic and Antarctic regions. The Coast Guard's participation in the Arctic Coast Guard Forum in Norway underscores the importance of international collaboration and adherence to rules-based order. The evolving design of icebreakers, such as the pod propulsion technology in the new polar security cutter, aims to enhance the Coast Guard's ability to ensure persistent presence in the changing Arctic environment.