U.S. and Philippines Partner on Maritime Cybersecurity and Chemical Security

Joint exercises and workshops enhance resilience against cyber threats and chemical risks in critical port infrastructure across the Indo-Pacific The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), in collaboration…

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Secretary Austin Makes Final Trip to Indo-Pacific Region

He holds meetings in Australia, the Philippines, Laos, and Fiji. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin departed on his final trip to the Indo-Pacific region to participate in several international…

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Defense Department Holds Meeting for Indo-Pacific Industrial Resilience in Hawaii

Under Secretary LaPlante chaired the inaugural meeting. This week, Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment William LaPlante chaired the inaugural plenary meeting of the Partnership for Indo-Pacific…

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Secretary of State Attends ASEAN Summit in Laos

Discussions included digital trade, climate, and maritime security. Secretary of State Antony Blinken traveled to Laos this week to attend the East Asia Summit and the U.S.-Association of…

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Marine Corps Deploying First Unmanned Supply Vessel in Okinawa

Semisubmersible watercraft designed to move weapons across long distances. The Marine Corps will launch its Autonomous Low-Profile Vessel, a newly developed unmanned supply vessel, in waters around Okinawa,…

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U.S. and Japan Strengthen Maritime Cybersecurity with Joint Exercise

Collaborative effort enhances preparedness for cyberattacks on critical infrastructure to increase Indo-Pacific security. The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Government of Japan conducted a successful…

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Commerce Department Identifies Critical Sectors for Supply Chain Development

The department will develop action plans to maximize potential and mitigate disruptions The Department of Commerce announced that it has identified critical production sectors that can further develop…

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State and Defense Secretaries Engage in Meetings in Asia

The secretary of state will have a sideline meeting with the Chinese minister of foreign affairs. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin traveled this…

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U.S. and Japan Announce $10B Tactical Aircraft Modernization Plan

Upgrades across multiple military bases to strengthen regional deterrence and enhance Indo-Pacific stability The Department of Defense (DoD), in coordination with the Government of Japan, announced a plan…

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Commerce Secretary Meets with Advisors on Supply Chain Competitiveness

Officials are developing a risk-assessment framework for the U.S. economy. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo recently met with the Advisory Committee on Supply Chain Competitiveness virtually, to receive…

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