Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I want to thank both of our witnesses for your service.

I think that we must retain the sanctions.

We have relationships... with over 200 academic institutions.

It is clear that North Korea is committed to developing long-range missile technology.

The United States' focus in the Pacific is on strengthening alliances; encouraging a more interconnected region; and building U.S. military capabilities.

Our security partnerships help create a layered defense of our Homeland by keeping our shared home stable and secure.

President Trump has stated that the U.S. will act alone if China does not take action to intervene in North Korea's quest for a nuclear capable ballistic missile.

I think that is a really good idea, although we have a lot of innovators and idea folks all over the country, also in Hawaii.

In February, President Trump and Japan Prime Minister Abe reaffirmed the commitment of both countries to the realignment plan.

How important is the concept of working with our allies on missile defense?

it's in America's interests to deepen our diplomacy in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region, while backing up peaceful resolution of disputes with undisputed, credible combat power.

The relationship to the State Department is indescribably critical.