Nov. 12, 2021 Guard Partnership Program Adapts, Continues to Grow A National Guard program formed in the wake of the fall of the Soviet Union has adapted and continues to provide benefits to partnerships around the world, Army Gen. Daniel R. Hokanson, the chief of the National Guard Bureau, said.
Nov. 3, 2021 U.S.-Singapore Partnership Central to Expanding Regional Security, Prosperity The United States and Singapore have stood alongside each other through numerous challenges, including the coronavirus pandemic and Afghanistan evacuation, highlighting the strength of the partnership, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.
Oct. 27, 2021 China's Capabilities Growth Shows Why U.S. Sees Nation as Pacing Challenge Army Gen. Mark A. Milley pointed to China's recent test of a hypersonic weapon system as an example of why the U.S. military is concerned about Chinese intentions.
Oct. 12, 2021 While China's Intimidation of Taiwan Continues, U.S. Remains Committed to Taiwanese Self-Defense Despite the recent Chinese show of force, the U.S. will continue to support a peaceful resolution of cross-strait issues, consistent with the wishes and best interests of the people of Taiwan, Pentagon Press Secretary John F. Kirby said.
Sept. 22, 2021 Australian Prime Minister, Austin Discuss New Aspect of Trilateral Partnership Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III met at the Pentagon to discuss the enhanced trilateral security partnership with the two nations and the United Kingdom.
Sept. 21, 2021 Deputy Defense Secretary, U.K. Counterpart Discuss Defense, Security Priorities Deputy Defense Secretary Kathleen H. Hicks met with U.K. National Security Advisor Sir Stephen Lovegrove to reaffirm the U.S.-U.K. bilateral relationship, a Defense Department spokesman said.
Sept. 16, 2021 Australia, U.S. Alliance Is Stronger, Deeper Than Ever, Officials Say The Australia-U.S. alliance is stronger today than it ever has been, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said, and the steps taken during the Australia-U.S. Ministerial Consultations at the State Department are aimed at keeping it that way.
Sept. 15, 2021 Long-Term U.S., Australian Relationship Will Ensure Free, Open Indo-Pacific Region Despite continued Chinese aggression in the Indo-Pacific region, the long-standing relationship between the United States and Australia is expected to enhance stability, security and freedom in the region for all nations with an interest in the Pacific.
Sept. 15, 2021 Australian, U.S. Defense Leaders Discuss Future of Alliance Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III thanked Australian Defense Minister Peter Dutton for his country's steadfast support and said the two nations must work even more closely together for the future.
Sept. 10, 2021 Austin Says Philippines Is Vital Ally With Shared Goals Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III hosted Philippine Defense Secretary Delfin N. Lorenzana at the Pentagon.