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Leon Panetta: No, it would not. It would enhance our ability to be able to navigate because we would be able to be at the table to…

On the recordMay 22, 2012
No, it would not. It would enhance our ability to be able to navigate because we would be able to be at the table to protect our interests and protect our claims.
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Leon Panetta
Democratic · California

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Secretary Panetta states the treaty enhances U.S. navigation capabilities.

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