Secretary of the Air Force International Affairs

Nov. 15, 2023
Austin Applauds Strengthening U.S.-Philippine Alliance

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III welcomed the strengthening ties between the U.S. and Philippines as he met with Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Nov. 13, 2023
Austin Affirms 'Ironclad' U.S. Commitment to Deterrence on Korean Peninsula

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III underscored the United States' unwavering commitment to maintaining peace and security on the Korean Peninsula during talks with South Korean Defense Minister Shin Won-sik in Seoul, South Korea.
Nov. 10, 2023
Austin Marks 'Transformative' Ties With India at Talks in New Delhi

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III lauded the strong partnership between the U.S. and India following talks with Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi.
Nov. 6, 2023
U.S. Has 4 Objectives in Middle East

The Defense Department currently has four lines of effort in the Middle East, Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder said.
Nov. 1, 2023
Intelligence Official Underscores Importance of Partnerships

The United States' ability to rely on a growing network of allies and partners is key to maintaining its advantage in the Indo-Pacific and beyond, a senior defense intelligence official said.
Oct. 31, 2023
Black Hawk Helicopters on Accelerated Delivery to Australia

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III noted that some of the Black Hawks have already arrived in Australia, with more to follow.
Oct. 30, 2023
DOD Continues Efforts to Support Israel, Limit Spread of War

The Defense Department remains focused on getting Israel the military capabilities it needs as it continues its battles against the Hamas terror group, a senior defense official said.
Oct. 20, 2023
Biden Says U.S. Leadership Vital, Pledges Support for Israel and Ukraine

President Joe Biden underscored the importance of the United States' continued leadership amid what he said is a critical time for democracies around the globe.
Oct. 18, 2023
U.S., U.K. Defense Leaders Consult on Israel, Ukraine, AUKUS and More

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and British Defense Secretary Grant Shapps discussed the Hamas attack on Israel and the continuing Russian invasion of Ukraine during Pentagon meetings.
Oct. 17, 2023
DOD Increases Deterrence Posture in Middle East, Continues Aid to Israel

The Defense Department completed five separate C-17 Globemaster III missions to deliver assistance, including munitions, to meet Israel's needs in the wake of the deadly attacks by Hamas terrorists, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said.