Summary
The United States and Finland have agreed to build 11 new icebreakers to improve U.S. capabilities in the Arctic. Four icebreakers will be built in Finland and seven in the United States, with Finland sharing its expertise in constructing these ships.
Key Facts
- The U.S. and Finland will build 11 new icebreakers together.
- Four icebreakers will be constructed in Finland.
- Seven icebreakers will be built in the United States.
- Finland will share its icebreaker construction experience with the U.S.
- President Donald Trump announced the agreement with Finnish Prime Minister Alexander Stubb.
- The Arctic region is considered important for U.S. security and global interests.
- President Trump mentioned the partnership at a NATO summit in June.
