On the recordFebruary 13, 2012
Accession to the 1982 UNCLOS would enhance the United States' strategic interests and national security in several ways.
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congress.govAccession to the 1982 UNCLOS would enhance the United States' strategic interests and national security in several ways.
Panetta outlines the strategic advantages of joining UNCLOS.
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