US military not aware of Russia-China partnership in Arctic - Pentagon

The US military knows about Russia’s and China’s interest in the Arctic, but is not aware that there is a specific partnership between the two countries in the region, reported the Sputnik news agency.

"I am not aware of specific partnership between China and Russia," said nominee for Commander of the US Northern Command Lt. Gen. Glen VanHerck during his confirmation hearing before the US Senate Armed Services Committee on Tuesday.

VanHerck explained that...