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Austin Delivers Opening Remarks to Ukraine Defense Contact Group

  • Defense.gov
  • March 15, 2023 | 8:15

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III delivers opening remarks during the 10th meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group. Secretary Austin and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Army Gen. Mark A. Milley are participating in the virtual meeting with defense officials from nearly 50 nations.