Now we have a precedent set that, per voyage, notifications will be given to Canada. Is there strict application of this? What I mean is, our best friend is one thing—the United States is our best friend, despite some challenges of late—but with China's passage and the talks Mr. Steil brings up about the polar Silk Road, is there not a troubling potential for a precedent that, with the waterways open and more regular for crossing, a courtesy advisory to Canada is sufficient for passage?
On June 14th, 2018. See this statement in context.