When you talk about the U.S. being absent in the Arctic, I wonder how reasonable it is to expect the U.S. to become more engaged, particularly with its budgetary restrictions. Looking at the significant budget cuts we've witnessed in the U.S. directly, what's the likelihood? We talk about having an agreement. We can have a good discussion, and I think we can all agree, because we're very close as friends, but what's the likelihood of this ever happening?
On April 29th, 2014. See this statement in context.