Defense.gov,Austin to Attend UDCG’s 25th Meeting, Department Ramping Up to Support Multiple D.C. Events in January


Defense Secretary Austin to Attend UDCG’s 25th Meeting, Department Ramping Up to Support Multiple D.C. Events in January

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III will attend the 25th meeting of the U.S.-Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (D.P.R.K.) Extended Deterrence Strategy and Consultation Group (EDSCG) on Jan. 18 in Washington, D.C.

The EDSCG is a forum for the United States and the Republic of Korea (ROK) to consult on extended deterrence matters, including issues related to nuclear weapons policy, extended deterrence operations and exercises, and other related matters.

The EDSCG was established in 1996 and meets annually at the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Indo-Pacific Security Affairs or ROK Deputy Minister of National Defense for Policy level. The United States and the ROK reaffirmed the importance of the EDSCG during the ROK-U.S. Security Consultative Meeting (SCM) in November 2022.

In addition to the EDSCG, the U.S. Department of Defense will support multiple events in Washington, D.C., in January. These events include the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) Bi-National Commanders Conference, the U.S.-ROK Defense Planning Committee, and the U.S.-ROK 2+2 Ministerial.

The U.S.-ROK alliance is a cornerstone of peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula and in the Indo-Pacific region. The United States and the ROK maintain a robust combined defense posture to deter North Korean aggression and ensure the security of the ROK.

The United States is committed to working with the ROK to address the challenges posed by North Korea and to maintain a strong and vibrant alliance.

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