I completed a productive multilateral meeting w/ my ASEAN counterparts. The U.S. is elevating its engagement w/ ASEAN at all levels, as reflected in ’s announcement last week. We firmly commit to support for ASEAN centrality which is the heart of the Indo-Pacific strategy.
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I met with Cambodian Minister of Defense Tea Banh on the sidelines of ADMM-Plus. I welcomed Cambodia’s principled stance regarding Russian aggression in Ukraine and emphasized the importance of taking steps to protect Cambodian sovereignty.
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It was great seeing Defense Minister General Phan Van Giang to discuss the US-Vietnam partnership. We’re strengthening efforts to address legacy of war issues and building new areas of cooperation.
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Great seeing Senior Undersecretary Jose Faustino, Jr. at the ADMM-Plus. We reaffirmed that our commitment to the alliance and to regional security is ironclad.
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Great meeting with my friend at the ADMM-Plus today. We’re continuing to make strides in enhancing our defense cooperation as we advance our shared vision for a #FreeandOpenIndoPacific
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This morning, I met with PRC Minister of National Defense General Wei Fenghe while attending the ASEAN Defense Ministers Meeting. We discussed U.S.-PRC defense relations, as well as regional and global security issues.
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Wheels down in Cambodia. I look forward to attending the 9th ASEAN Defense Ministers Meeting-Plus and having bilateral engagements with Defense Ministers of 🇰🇭Cambodia, 🇻🇳Vietnam, 🇮🇳India, and the
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Before leaving 🇮🇩 Indonesian, I met National Armed Forces Commander, Andika Perkasa. With over 200 joint military engagements each year, our bilateral training has never been stronger. Exercise Super Garuda Shield expanded to include over 4,000 combined forces from 14 countries.
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It was great to see 🇮🇩 Defense Minister again to discuss our bilateral defense partnership. We committed to further enhancing defense cooperation and interoperability between our two militaries. We also reaffirmed our unwavering support for a #FreeandOpenIndoPacific.
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.: Our own defense leaders have also benefited from Indonesia’s outstanding institutions. More than 100 American military officers have been educated here, and we continue to invest in the future.
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.: During our meeting today, Minister Prabowo and I discussed ways to deepen our partnership, including through expanding interoperability and increasing investments in defense education. Now, for more than a decade, our forces have exercised alongside each other.
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Wheels down in 🇮🇩 Indonesia where I’ll meet with Defense Minister and other senior leaders to discuss a range of security initiatives & advance our shared vision of a #FreeandOpenIndoPacific
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Today, I met with 🇨🇦 Minister . We affirmed our longstanding defense relationship & the importance of NORAD modernization. We also agreed to continue working closely in support of 🇺🇦 Ukraine & sustained investments in modern, capable & ready forces.
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.: Free people will always refuse to replace an open order of rules and rights with one dictated by force & fear & that’s why Ukraine matters. Because rules matter, sovereignty matters & freedom matters.
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.: Free government, free minds, and free peoples will always be stronger than autocrats who believe that their grip on power is all that matters.
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.: Make no mistake: we will not be dragged into Putin’s war of choice. But we will stand by Ukraine as it fights to defend itself. We will defend every inch of NATO territory. And we will continue to strengthen NATO’s collective defense and deterrence.
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.: Countries around the 🌎 have rallied behind some clear 1st principles. Countries don’t get to invade their peaceful neighbors. Autocrats don’t get to redraw borders by force & the imperial ambitions of bullies don’t outweigh the sovereign rights of UN member states.
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Wheels down in Canada. I look forward to speaking at a security forum dedicated to strengthening strategic cooperation among democracies and meeting with 🇨🇦 Minister to discuss our shared commitment to defense security.
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Wheels up at en route to Canada 🇨🇦 where I’ll deliver keynote remarks at the 2022 Halifax International Security Forum and meet with my Canadian counterpart, .
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It was a pleasure to present Senator with the DoD Distinguished Public Service Award for his years of service to our Nation. Senator, from your time in the to your service on the , your commitment to the men and women in uniform will not be forgotten.
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.: We won’t just accept Putin’s imperial aggression and erosion of international norms as some kind of “new normal.” Instead, we will continue to stand up for Ukraine’s inalienable right to defend itself.
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.: Ukraine’s commanders have shown tremendous leadership and tenacity. And they updated the Contact Group this morning on the current battlefield dynamics and on Ukraine’s most urgent self-defense needs.
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.: Russia launched another barrage of missiles against Ukraine specifically intended to target Ukraine’s civilian infrastructure. This tragic and troubling incident is yet another reminder of the recklessness of Russia’s war of choice.
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.: We’ve just completed our seventh meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group. And it’s been another highly successful session.
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I spoke today with Polish Deputy Prime Minister on today’s reported missile strike in Poland and assured him of U.S. resolve to defend Poland and NATO. #WeAreNATO
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In commemoration of #VeteransDay teammates from ASD(SO/LIC) had the honor of supporting the preservation of the this morning. Thank you to for giving us the opportunity.
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Today, we remember the service and sacrifice of our Veterans. We will never forget those who answered the call to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces. My sincere thanks to you and to your families.
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As we continue to recognize #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth, I'm thinking of Mitchell Red Cloud Jr. who served in both the Army and the Marines before making the ultimate sacrifice in Korea. Read more about his life and accomplishments.
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On this #VeteransDay, we honor the brave #Americans who have chosen to serve their country & defend democracy. You are an inspiration to your fellow citizens & a beacon of hope & strength in the face of tyranny & violence around the world.
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Today we announced additional Ukraine 🇺🇦 security assistance worth up to $400M w/ a mix of critical battlefield capabilities to help Ukraine defend their homeland. Alongside our int’l Allies & partners, we stand united in our unwavering support of Ukraine’s self-defense.
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Happy Birthday, Marines!
For 247 years, Marines have fought in any clime and place to defend our nation. Today, we reflect on the legacy of our Corps, and rededicate ourselves to fighting and winning the battles that lie ahead. #SemperFi
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I spoke with Italian Minister of Defense today to congratulate him on his new role. We agreed to sustain our close bilateral defense relationship, cooperation in NATO, and support for Ukraine. #WeAreNATO
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I spoke with Spanish Minister of Defense Margarita Robles to affirm our strong bilateral defense relationship and coordinate pressing security assistance for Ukraine. I thanked Minister Robles for Spain’s exemplary humanitarian and security support to Ukraine.
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Yesterday was an important day as I welcomed 🇰🇷 ROK Minister of Defense Lee Jong-Sup for the 54th Security Consultative Meeting. For 70+ years, the US-ROK alliance has been an anchor of peace & security in the region that helps ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific.
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I was honored to speak w/ USAF Airmen along with my 🇰🇷 ROK counterpart & see two bomber aircraft, B-1 Lancer & B-52 Stratofortress at . Our military airpower assets are a vital component of extended deterrence & our commitment towards a #FreeAndOpenPacific
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After a productive Pentagon meeting with 🇰🇷 ROK Minister of Defense Lee Jong-Sup, he & I visited the Korean War Veterans Memorial to honor the service & sacrifice of those who served in the Korean War & to view the Wall of Remembrance.
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Israeli Minister of Defense Gantz and I spoke about a range of issues yesterday, to include Russia’s use of Iranian drones in their unjust war against Ukraine. The US and Israel enjoy a strong, enduring mil-to-mil partnership built on trust developed over decades of cooperation.
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.: We are committed to building on these efforts to strengthen integrated deterrence… and to ensure that this Alliance continues to bolster security and stability on the Korean Peninsula and throughout the Indo-Pacific.
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