With growing demand on its services, the U.S. Coast Guard held its first Coast Guard Arctic Summit this month. “The [United States Coast Guard] has150-plus years of history dedicated to the Arctic community and is committed to executing our significant roles and responsibilities as the lead federal agency in this important region,” Rear Adm. Nathan A. Moore, commander, 17th district, said in a news release. No one from the U.S. Coast Guard replied to requests from comment this week on the nature of the increased demand for services in the Arctic or what is driving them. But in a news release, the agency said this month’s initiative was part of the U.S. looking to fortify its presence in the North. “The Coast Guard Arctic Summit is part of a multi-phased approach that allows us to advance our Arctic strategy and strengthen U.S. leadership in the region,” the agency said.

Source: CBC News December 16, 2022 21:20 UTC