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Europe and Eurasia: Russia: Proposed Tunnel Under Bering Strait (Taken Question)

Taken Question

Office of the Spokesperson

Washington, DC

Question Taken at the SEPTEMBER 7, 2011 Daily Press Briefing

September 7, 2011

QUESTION: Has the State Department been contacted by Russian authorities regarding a proposed construction project to build a tunnel under the Bering Strait to the United States?

ANSWER: While we are not aware of any plans to construct a tunnel under the Bering Strait, the United States and Russia enjoy close cooperation across the Strait in areas such as environmental protection, historical preservation, and recognition of the unique heritage of indigenous peoples in the region.

PRN: 2011/1429

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