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Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III issued a statement today following the announcement by Japan and the Republic of Korea (ROK) of new agreements to enhance their bilateral defense relationship. The agreements include measures aimed at supporting operational safety and improving lines of communication.
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U.S., China discuss defense relations amid regional tensions
Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder provided the following readout:
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U.S., Singapore reaffirm defense ties during Shangri-La Dialogue
Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder provided the following readout:
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US endorses principles for Indo-Pacific defense collaboration
The United States has endorsed a Statement of Principles for Indo-Pacific Defense Industrial Base Collaboration following extensive consultations with U.S. allies and partners across the Indo-Pacific region and globally, including the recent Maluhia Talks at the Daniel K. Inouye Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies in Honolulu, Hawaii.
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Pentagon officials discuss defense cooperation with Israeli counterparts
The Acting Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, Amanda Dory, met with Israeli Ministry of Defense Director General Eyal Zamir at the Pentagon today.
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LaPlante emphasizes defense collaboration during Brussels visit
Department of Defense Spokesperson Jeff Jurgensen provided the following readout:
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CDAO unveils Open DAGIR initiative for enhanced AI capabilities
The Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office (CDAO) announced a new initiative to enhance data, analytics, and artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities. The initiative, named Open DAGIR—Open Data and Applications Government-owned Interoperable Repositories—will establish a multi-vendor ecosystem that integrates data platforms, development tools, services, and applications while preserving government data ownership and industry intellectual property.
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Secretary Austin discusses Gaza operations and aid with Israeli counterpart
Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder provided the following readout:
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Secretary Austin discusses Ukraine aid with Minister Umerov
Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder provided the following readout:
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Austin's tenth Indo-Pacific trip focuses on bolstering alliances
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III will embark on his tenth trip to the Indo-Pacific region starting May 29, 2024. This visit aims to bolster U.S. relationships with allies and partners in the region, focusing on advancing peace, stability, and deterrence.
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U.S., Angola defense officials meet to strengthen bilateral ties
Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh provided the following readout:
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President nominates Col. Gordon R. Meyer for brigadier general
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III announced today that the president has made the following nomination: Air Force Col. Gordon R. Meyer for appointment to the grade of brigadier general. Meyer is currently serving as chief of Joint Staff and director of Staff-Air, Joint Force Headquarters, Missouri Air National Guard, Missouri.
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DoD reaffirms commitment to Indo-Pacific stability amidst PLA drills near Taiwan
The Department of Defense has expressed confidence in the current U.S. force posture and operations in the Indo-Pacific region, emphasizing cooperation with allies and partners to maintain peace, stability, and national security.
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Secretary Austin undergoes successful medical procedure; no changes to schedule expected
Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder provided an update on Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III’s health status on May 24, 2024.
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Secretary Austin to undergo scheduled medical procedure
Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder provided the following statement:
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U.S.-India defense dialogue focuses on advancing space cooperation
Dr. Vipin Narang, Acting Assistant Secretary of Defense for Space Policy, and Mr. Vishwesh Negi, India's Joint Secretary for International Cooperation, convened for the second annual U.S.-India Advanced Domains Defense Dialogue (AD3) on May 23, 2024, at the Pentagon in Washington DC.
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Biden administration announces new $275 million security aid package for Ukraine
The Department of Defense (DoD) announced a significant new security assistance package today to address Ukraine's critical security and defense needs. This marks the Biden Administration’s fifty-eighth tranche of equipment provided from DoD inventories for Ukraine since August 2021. It is the fifth security assistance package authorized by President Biden since signing the national security supplemental last month, including three Presidential Drawdown Authority (PDA) packages.
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Secretary Austin meets with Kenyan President Ruto to discuss security partnership
Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder provided the following readout:
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U.S., Australia hold talks on defense policy and strategy
Department of Defense Spokesperson Lt. Col. Martin Meiners provided the following readout:
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Defense Department implements new due diligence policy for small business innovation programs
Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks signed a memorandum on May 13 to establish policy and provide implementation guidance for the Defense Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Due Diligence Program.
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