Norway works with us in standing up to Russias provocations in the Ukraine and in countering ISIS. the spread of violence. and Islamic extremism. May I say that Norway actually has a portion of its border that it shares with Russia. Norway is also playing an important role in addressing the Syrian refugee crisis. It expects to take in as many as 25.000 refugees this year. It has already provided more than $6 million to Greece to help respond to the influx of refugees seeking a way to enter Europe. I would also add from a military standpoint that Norway recently purchased 22 more fighter planes22 more fighter planes. bringing their total to over 50from Lockheed Martin. based in Senator CRUZs district in Fort Worth. That is where these planes are being built. and they are worth nearly $200 million apiece.
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