Before revision: DoD's current arctic strategyThe latest version of the DoD's Arctic Strategy (2016) defines the following "ways and means" in which the DoD will use its resources to achieve its arctic objectives: Enhance the capability of U.S. forces to defend the homeland and exercise sovereignty; Strengthen deterrence at home and abroad; Strengthen alliances and partnerships; Preserve freedom of the seas in the Arctic; Engage public, private, and international partners to improve domain awareness in the Arctic; Evolve DoD Arctic infrastructure and capabilities consistent with changing conditions and needs; Provide support to civil authorities, as directed; Partner with other departments, agencies, and nations to support human and environmental security; and Support international institutions that promote regional cooperation and the rule of law.
After revision: The 2016 version of the DoD's Arctic Strategy defined the following "ways and means" in which the DoD will use its resources to achieve its arctic objectives: Enhance the capability of U.S. forces to defend the homeland and exercise sovereignty; Strengthen deterrence at home and abroad; Strengthen alliances and partnerships; Preserve freedom of the seas in the Arctic; Engage public, private, and international partners to improve domain awareness in the Arctic; Evolve DoD Arctic infrastructure and capabilities consistent with changing conditions and needs; Provide support to civil authorities, as directed; Partner with other departments, agencies, and nations to support human and environmental security; and Support international institutions that promote regional cooperation and the rule of law.