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Democrat Urges New Arctic Ambassador Amid Chinese Threats

12/12/2025

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A senior Democrat on a U.S. congressional committee urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio to appoint a new Ambassador-at-Large for Arctic Affairs.
The Arctic Affairs post has been vacant since January after Mike Sfraga's departure.
Raja Krishnamoorthi warned that China's expanding Arctic military and economic presence undermines U.S. representation in the Arctic Council.
He cited Chinese activity, including research vessels in U.S. waters and infrastructure projects that raise security concerns.

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A senior Democrat on a U.S. congressional committee urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio to appoint a new Ambassador-at-Large for Arctic Affairs.
The Arctic Affairs post has been vacant since January after Mike Sfraga's departure.
Raja Krishnamoorthi warned that China's expanding Arctic military and economic presence undermines U.S. representation in the Arctic Council.
He cited Chinese activity, including research vessels in U.S. waters and infrastructure projects that raise security concerns.