U.S. would prioritize energy and defense ties in Eastern Mediterranean

The Secretary of State would have to prioritize the Eastern Mediterranean in U.S. foreign policy. The regional priority covers Egypt, Greece, Cyprus, and Israel, with a focus on energy security and defense cooperation. The Secretary could establish regular group talks with corridor partners that already have a bilateral strategic dialogue with the United States.

Federal agencies would report to Congress and review regional cooperation. The Energy Department, working with the State Department, would report on implementation and effects, including energy projects and defense cooperation. The State Department would also brief Congress on each U.S. initiative with multiple India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor partners and assess Cyprus's land, sea, and port security center as a cooperation model. The first report, briefing, and security-center review would be due within one year of enactment; the implementation report would continue annually.

The State Department would study possible research partnerships and report to Congress. It would cover partnerships modeled on U.S.–Israel programs and adding Eastern Mediterranean or trade corridor partners to U.S.–Israel programs. The study would examine costs, practical steps, and feasibility in consultation with the Energy Department. This requirement would not itself establish or expand research programs. The report would be due within one year of enactment.