Catalonia was a key maritime power that was linked into networks across the Mediterranean, looking east.

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But we do, as a global maritime power, have an interest in seeing these principles applied broadly.

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Its ambitions to be a maritime power in East Asia have led it to concentrate on upgrading its air force and navy.

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First, as a maritime power we and our allies and friends are critically dependent on naval forces to a measure far beyond that of a land-power like the Soviet Union.

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For another, carriers are no longer the only maritime means of projecting power.

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Subsidiary companies include FortisAlberta, FortisBC, Newfoundland Power, Fortis Generation, Maritime Electric, Caribbean Utilities (59% owned), Fortis TCI, FortisOntario, and Fortis Properties.

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Working with the Department of Homeland Security, our Maritime Administration has provided FEMA with several nearby ships to provide lodging, food, and power for emergency response teams who have traveled to New York.

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