Defense

Asia-Pacific is on the Pentagon’s Agenda

Deputy Secretary of Defense Bob Work will travel to the Asia-Pacific region Aug. 17-23 to strengthen multilateral security cooperation in the region, build more...

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August 14, 2014 12:21 pm

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Deputy Secretary of Defense Bob Work will travel to the Asia-Pacific region Aug. 17- 23 to strengthen multilateral security cooperation in the region, build more robust partnerships, and discuss ongoing efforts and regional security matters. During the week-long trip, the Pentagon says Work will visit Guam, Hawaii, Japan and Republic of Korea. At each location, he will visit U.S. military bases and installations, speak with service members and civilian employees, and meet with allies and partners.