On the recordJune 13, 2023
The Compacts give the U.S. responsibility for the COFA nations' defense, and provide the United States with the exclusive military use rights.
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congress.govGregorio Sablan: “The Compacts give the U.S. responsibility for the COFA nations' defense, and provide the United States with the…”
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Sablan outlines the defense responsibilities and military rights granted by the Compacts.
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