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On the recordApril 17, 2024
I think Secretary Blinken and President Biden and Senators Cardin and Risch through ratifying COFA, through spending time with Pacific Island leaders, have done is to show the respect to other sovereigns.
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Tim Kaine
Democratic · Virginia

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Kaine emphasizes the importance of respecting Pacific Island nations through diplomatic engagement.

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