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Oct. 4, 2022

HIMARS, Excalibur Rounds Headed for Ukraine in $625 Million Security Assistance Package

The Defense Department announced an additional $625 million in security assistance which will include equipment specifically tailored to what Ukraine needs in the short term.

Jan. 5, 2022

Austin Looking Forward to Discussions With Japanese Counterpart

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, joined by U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel, will meet virtually with Japanese Foreign Affairs Minister Hayashi Yoshimasa and Japanese Defense Minister Kishi Nobuo.

March 19, 2021

In India, Austin Looks for Ways to Increase Cooperation With Allies

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III commended Indian leaders on their growing roles in the Indo-Pacific region and the growing engagement they have with like-minded partners across the region to promote shared goals.

March 10, 2021

Secretary of Defense's Trip to Asia to Focus on Strengthening Partnerships With Japan, Korea, India

The Defense Department announced the first international trip by Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III, who will visit three nations in the Indo-Pacific region.

Oct. 20, 2020

Esper Details Approach for Strengthening Alliances, Partnerships

Defense Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper discussed the importance of alliances and partnerships in national security during an event at the Atlantic Council.

Aug. 29, 2020

Esper, Japanese Defense Minister Discuss Cooperative Efforts

Defense Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper and Japanese Defense Minister Taro Kono discussed ways to strengthen the already strong U.S.-Japanese partnership during a meeting at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam.

Aug. 5, 2020

Military Alliances, Partnerships Strengthened Through Defense Strategy Execution

In a rapidly changing world, the United States must strengthen relationships with existing partners and allies while also building new partnerships in order to defend its interests and values against new threats and new competitors.