Ice Breaker Wars In The Arctic.?

Battle For The Arctic? Concerns US Ignoring Resource-Rich Region As Ice Recedes -- FOX News

While the Obama administration focuses on hotspots like the Middle East and Asia, some lawmakers worry the U.S. is ignoring what could be a critical battleground – the Arctic Ocean.

The permanent sea ice around the North Pole has been receding since the 1970’s. Countries are now staking their claims, whether it’s for oil, valuable shipping lanes or national defense.

“The Arctic is already in play,” said Rep. John Garamendi, D-Calif. “We do know there are many countries that are trying to set their sights on the Arctic, and that’s going to be an issue.”

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My Comment: Ice breaker wars in the Arctic?!?!?!? I am not surprised by Russia having 25 ice breakers .... their Siberian coast line is long and large .... but China having two ice breakers .... now that is a surprise.

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