Secretary of the Air Force International Affairs

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. 20, 2021
NATO Secretary General Details Agenda for Defense Meeting

NATO defense ministers are meeting in Belgium to chart the course for the alliance as it modernizes and adapts to a world dominated by strategic competition, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said.
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.
Oct. 5, 2021
New Threats to NATO Demand Old Solution: Unity, Stoltenberg Says

The world faces uncertainty with threats not only from nation states like China and Russia, but from climate change, cyber attacks as well as new terror groups, and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg made a compelling case that the only way to face these threats is together.
Oct. 4, 2021
NATO's Stoltenberg Visits Pentagon, Meets With Austin to Discuss Alliance Future

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III thanked NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg for all he's done to hold the alliance together and modernize it.
Sept. 20, 2021
Kendall presents unsparing blueprint for confronting China, other threats

Secretary of the Air Force Frank Kendall presented his State of the Forces address during the Air Force Association Air, Space and Cyber Conference, Sept. 20.
Sept. 17, 2021
DOD Policy Chief Kahl Discusses Strategic Competition With Baltic Allies

The Defense Department's undersecretary for policy explained how the strategic competition between the United States, China and Russia should be approached.
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. 1, 2021
Kendall’s first trip highlights Air and Space Force roles in responding to China, strategic competitors

The base, which is headquarters for U.S. Indo-Pacific Command and Pacific Air Forces, was the first stop on Kendall’s first official trip as Secretary. It was no random choice. Nor was it an accident that it came less than a month into his tenure.
Aug. 12, 2021
China, Russia Pose Strategic Challenges for U.S., Allies, Admiral Says

The U.S. is now navigating through uncharted waters with the possibility of strategic deterrence failing under rapidly growing threats from China and Russia, the commander of U.S. Strategic Command said.