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Sept. 23, 2022
Austin pledges to 'ease the load' for service members
WASHINGTON — The Defense Department laid out an array of efforts — some already underway and some on the horizon — that address the needs of married service members and their families, as well as single service members.
Aug. 5, 2022
Austin Launches New Round of Discussions With Hemispheric Partners
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III enjoyed the opportunity to meet with fellow hemispheric security leaders at the Conference of Defense Ministers of the Americas.
July 26, 2022
Austin Emphasizes Common Values, Beliefs With Hemispheric Partners
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III called for greater cooperation and coordination among Western Hemisphere nations, as he addressed the Conference of Defense Ministers of the Americas in Brazil.
Oct. 29, 2021
Austin Emphasizes Importance of Working With Partners in Central, South America
U.S. Southern Command's work is vital to American security, American interests and American values. When there's instability or a crisis nearby, it can echo here at home, the secretary of defense said.