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New Assistant Secretary of State for Arctic Affairs: Strengthening US Diplomacy

This act establishes a new position within the State Department, an Assistant Secretary of State for Arctic Affairs. This aims to better manage US foreign policy in the Arctic region, potentially impacting security, environment, economic development, and international cooperation.
Key points
Creation of a new State Department position responsible for Arctic affairs, including national security and international cooperation.
Strengthening US efforts in environmental protection, natural resource management, and infrastructure development in the Arctic.
Increasing engagement with Arctic indigenous peoples and supporting scientific research in the region.
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Print number: 117_S_2967
Sponsor: Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK]
Process start date: 2021-10-07