Understood and agreed.
For all of the witnesses—Dr. Vincent, Dr. Kutz and Dr. Murray—I'm not quite sure how to frame this. We've heard from all witnesses that a common theme is the need for international collaboration on Arctic research. That has clearly been a recommendation. On the other hand, we've also heard about some of the challenges given geopolitical complexities, particularly with Russia and also with the current government of China.
How do we square that circle?
As researchers in that area, what do you think the committee should be recommending to the government in terms of developing an Arctic research strategy that also protects Canadian sovereignty in the face of open aggression from hostile nations that have an interest in the Arctic?