War on the Rocks From Polar Presence to Port Security: A Conversation with the Coast Guard Commandant
May 10, 2024
Adm. Linda Fagan discusses the Coast Guard's global operations including Arctic endeavors and Indo-Pacific missions. Topics range from icebreaker advancements to cybersecurity challenges in America's ports. The podcast emphasizes the importance of diplomatic relations, international agreements, and cybersecurity measures for national security.
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Arctic Presence Is A National Priority
- The U.S. is inherently an Arctic nation with strategic and scientific presence needs.
- Polar Security Cutters will enable persistent presence and allied interoperability in the region.
Modernize Icebreaker Design And Construction
- Build modern icebreakers with updated hull forms and pod propulsion for agility and efficiency.
- Use proven shipbuilding partners and invest in complex construction to field persistent Arctic capability.
Warming Seas Reorder Arctic Activity
- Climate change shifts fisheries and maritime activity northward, altering enforcement needs.
- Normalized cross-border behavior reduces miscalculation between Arctic neighbors like Russia and the U.S.