Secretary of the Air Force International Affairs

Sept. 30, 2022
Defense Leaders Look to Improve U.S-Philippine Interoperability

The United States remains unwavering in its support for a strong and independent Philippines that can defend its sovereignty, ensure prosperity for its people and strengthen security in the Indo-Pacific region, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III said.
Aug. 11, 2022
Readout of Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr.’s travel to the Philippines

Throughout the meetings, Brown reaffirmed the great value the U.S. Air Force places on the bilateral alliance.
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.
April 11, 2021
Austin Travels to Middle East, Europe to Strengthen Ties With Allies

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III is traveling to the Middle East and Europe to consult with some of America's closest allies, with an eye toward "revitalizing" America's relationships.
Dec. 10, 2020
Guam, Hawaii share COVID best practices with the Philippines

The Guam and Hawaii National Guard participated in a virtual subject matter expert exchange (SMEE) on COVID-19 with the Armed Forces of the Philippines as part of the Guard's State Partnership Program.
May 5, 2020
Virtual conference unites 19 air forces on pandemic response

Discussion focused on sharing lessons learned regarding COVID-19 response, desires for resuming engagement and exercises in a post-COVID world, and a commitment to continued cooperation across the Indo-Pacific region.