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Recent statements from PRC diplomats & media are focused on Carter’s legacy. They come after disclosing a new fighter and launching the world’s largest amphibious ship. The signal: Xi wants to engage Trump in a positive atmosphere, but this should not mistaken this for weakness.

Important new guidance on MTCR - this will go far to bolster allied defense capabilities and allow for greater defense trade with the U.S. on certain missiles, Uncrewed Aerial Systems, and Space Launch Vehicle (SLV) while advancing nonproliferation goals. whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/…

The Department of Defense 🇺🇸 has made tremendous strides to counter the PLA’s strategy with critical investments for new capabilities and evolutions in our operational concepts and force design. Informative remarks here from Deputy Secretary of Defense, whose leadership and vision have been critical.

A significant signal from the incoming Trump team that U.S. support for #AUKUS remains robust and bipartisan. 🇦🇺🇬🇧🇺🇸 politico.com/live-updates/2…

Great piece by @dir_aspi_dc on why AUKUS is the blueprint for democratic partnerships ⤵️ “The deterrent effect of a unified, innovative defence industrial base across 3 continents could prove as strategically significant as the submarine program itself.” aspistrategist.org.au/aukus-beyond-s…

I was honored to attend today's farewell ceremony for Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. He leaves an exemplary legacy of service and accomplishment, and he embodies the values taught at West Point: duty, honor, country.

Eighty years ago today, U.S. Marines raised the American flag atop Mount Suribachi, where uncommon valor was a common virtue. U.S. Marines

Some personal news: after several months as a Senior Advisor, I have joined The Asia Group as a Partner. Excited to join such an exceptional group of professionals to continue building private sector ties between the United States and the Indo-Pacific. theasiagroup.com/the-asia-group…

I was delighted to speak with Dhruva Jaishankar · ध्रुव जयशंकर of ORF and Bernard Philip of Defence Australia on the sidelines of the #RaisinaDialogue2025 on #defense issues, #AUKUS, and #alliances.

New article by The Asia Group Chair Kurt Campbell and Rush Doshi on U.S.-China competition and the importance of allies to offset China's industrial advantages. foreignaffairs.com/china/underest…

A huge loss. Rich was a mentor and friend of mine for the past 15 years. Perpetually sharp and unapologetic in his convictions, we shall never see his like again. His memory is a blessing for all who knew him. washingtonpost.com/obituaries/202…

Thank you for your support for AUKUS, Admiral Paparo, and your recognition that it is in both our country’s national security interests. Australia supports our shared commitment to strategic stability and security across the Indo-Pacific.

Lest we forget.

SecDef Hegseth’s speech today at the Shangri-La Dialogue:

Secretary Hegseth's Shangri-La remarks are also interesting due to what was not said: 🔷 Passing references to the ROK and ASEAN. 🔷 No mention of AUKUS 🔷 No mention of tariffs or trade negotiations, which are fundamental issues with US allies and partners across the region.

I was delighted to join glenn van zutphen & Neil Humphreys on moneyfm893 to discuss the Shangri-La Dialogue and the remarks by French President Macron and SecDef Hegseth. omny.fm/shows/moneyfm-… #SLD25 #IndoPacific