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On the recordMarch 2, 2022
I think the U.S. should ratify UNCLOS and get part of the structure of enforcing that type of illegal behavior.
Said by
Joe Courtney
Democratic · Connecticut

Editor's note · Context

Courtney advocates for U.S. ratification of UNCLOS to address maritime law violations by Russia.

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