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Maritime Industrial Base

Refers to all the industries, businesses, shipyards, and workers in the U.S. that design, build, repair, and operate ships, and provide services for shipping and sea travel.

Naval Fleet

All the ships, submarines, and aircraft operated by a country's navy for defense and military operations.

Skilled Workforce

Workers who possess specialized training, knowledge, and abilities needed for particular jobs, such as shipbuilding, welding, or navigation.

Great Power Competition

A term describing the ongoing political, economic, and military rivalry between major global powers, such as the United States, China, and Russia.

Quorum

The minimum number of members who must be present at a meeting for it to legally conduct business.

Per Diem

An allowance paid for daily living expenses, like food and lodging, when an individual is traveling for official duties.

Reimbursable Basis

A financial arrangement where one government agency or department pays another agency for providing services, staff, or resources.