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Episode 747: Mid-February Free for All

Episode 747: Mid-February Free for All

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Need a moment to recover from Valentine’s Day? Of course you do!

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  • Truxtun-Supply Collision
  • Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the Munich Security Conference
  • Maritime Action Plan
Summary

In this episode of Midrats, Sal and Mark discuss various topics related to national security, starting off with the Truxton-Supply collision. They also delve into Secretary Rubio’s speech regarding NATO relations, the decline of the international order, and the challenges posed by China’s global influence. Additionally, they explore the Maritime Action Plan and its significance for the future of shipbuilding and economic policy in the U.S.

Chapters

00:00: Introduction
02:10: The Truxtun-Supply Collision
11:55: Operational Tempo and Navy Readiness
17:24: Secretary Rubio’s Speech and NATO Relations
27:18: The Decline of the International Order
37:03: China’s Global Influence and Fishing Practices
45:51: Maritime Action Plan and Economic Policy
57:59: Strategic Capabilities and Future of Shipbuilding
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