; and (B) the oil and product tankers that are— (i) in transit to or from Russia or China; or (ii) owned or operated by a Russian or Chinese entity. (2) An assessment of the state and adequacy of vessel traffic services and oil spill and emergency response capabilities in the vicinity of the Bering Strait, including its approaches. (3) A risk assessment of the projected growth in commercial vessel traffic in the Bering Strait and higher probability of increased frequency in the number of maritime accidents, including spill events, and the potential impacts to the Arctic maritime environment and Native Alaskan village communities in the vicinity of the Bering Strait. (4) An evaluation of the ability of the Port of Point Spencer, Alaska, to serve as a port of refuge and as a staging, logistics, and operations center to conduct and support maritime emergency and spill response activities. (5) Recommendations for practical actions that can be taken by the Congress, Federal agencies, the State of Alaska, vessel carriers and operators, the marine salvage and emergency response industry, and other relevant stakeholders to mitigate risks, upgrade infrastructure, and improve the posture of the Port of Point Spencer, Alaska, to function as a strategic staging and logistics center for maritime emergency and spill response operations in the Bering Strait region. (c) Consultation In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Board shall consult with— (1) the Department of Transportation; (2) the Corps of Engineers; (3) the National Transportation Safety Board; (4) relevant ministries of the government of Canada; (5) the Port Coordination Council for the Port of Point Spencer