Readout of Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks’ Meeting With Australian Minister of Defence Industry and Capability Delivery Pat Conroy
Washington, D.C. — Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks met today in Washington, D.C., with Australian Minister of Defence Industry and Capability Delivery Pat Conroy to discuss regional security challenges, opportunities for enhanced defense industrial cooperation, and joint development and production efforts.
The leaders discussed shared priorities to strengthen the alliance and bolster the capabilities of both militaries in the face of growing challenges and threats in the Indo-Pacific region. They agreed to continue working together to deepen the U.S.-Australia defense partnership.
Deputy Secretary Hicks and Minister Conroy also discussed the importance of continued collaboration on emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, autonomous systems, and cyber capabilities.
They agreed to further explore opportunities for joint development and production of defense capabilities to enhance interoperability and meet common security challenges.
The two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to the U.S.-Australia alliance and pledged to continue working together to ensure the security and prosperity of both nations.
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Office of the Deputy Secretary of Defense Public Affairs
Additional Links:
- Biography of Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks
- Biography of Australian Minister of Defence Industry and Capability Delivery Pat Conroy
- U.S.-Australia Ministerial Consultations
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