The U.S. Department of Transportation has recently announced that its current Secretary, Sean P. Duffy, will be gracing the United States Merchant Marine Academy with his presence as the commencement speaker on June 23. Duffy is expected to highlight the role of United States Merchant Marine Academy graduates in the nation's efforts to revive its maritime industry, as per an announcement procured from the U.S. Department of Transportation's briefing room.
According to United States Merchant Marine Academy Superintendent Vice Admiral Joanna Nunan, the Academy is enthusiastic to see Secretary Duffy return to Kings Point. "We look forward to hearing about the prominent role he sees our graduates playing in the revitalization of America’s shipping and shipbuilding enterprise," Nunan told the U.S. Department of Transportation's briefing room. This comes at an appropriate time as we witness an administration actively pushing for enhancements in the maritime sector, which serves as a crucial cog in the worldwide transport of goods.
The role of United States Merchant Marine Academy is far from insignificant -- it is tasked with imparting knowledge and leadership skills to individuals who will uphold the national security, marine transportation, and economic needs of the United States. Given that an overwhelming majority of the global commerce is seaborne, these graduates are indispensable for maintaining both commercial and defense-related maritime activities. The Academy's philosophy, "Acta Non Verba," translating to "Deeds Not Words," underscores the school’s commitment to service and action, as per the U.S. Department of Transportation.
President Trump's recent actions which include the signing of an Executive Order on April 9, aims to reassert America's might on maritime fronts. The Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration is to play a vital role in crafting a Maritime Action Plan, as mentioned by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Amongst various initiatives, the MAP encompasses the revival of United States Merchant Marine Academy, spurring domestic ship construction, investing in cutting-edge maritime technology, and fortifying America's security on the seas -- all of which signal a coordinated effort to bolster the national economy and secure its borders.
With maritime security and economic prosperity at stake, U.S. Department of Transportation's support of the President's maritime policies is expected to usher in a new era for the United States' maritime domain. The involvement of Secretary Duffy, a key player in America's transportation landscape, at the upcoming United States Merchant Marine Academy commencement, is surely a testament to the administration's dedication to this cause.
