06/06/2023
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"I want to take this opportunity to discuss what has been and continues to be my top priority for the Coast Guard: its people."
"The Coast Guard alone is uniquely situated to execute these missions."
"Combating international illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing ensures equitable access to food, safeguards our oceans, and prevents forced labor and human trafficking."
"The strong relationship with Panama and the associated benefits to the United States should be replicated in many other places across the world."