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Immediate Release

Defense Secretary Esper Travels to India and the Region

Secretary of Defense Dr. Mark T. Esper will travel to India and other countries in the region, October 25 – 29. 

In New Delhi, Secretary of State Michael Pompeo and Secretary Esper and their Indian counterparts will lead the third annual U.S.-India 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue to advance the U.S.-India Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership and expand cooperation to promote stability and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific and the world.