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Immediate Release

Readout of Acting Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Sasha Baker's Meeting With Norwegian State Secretary Anne Marie Aanerud

Department of Defense Spokesman Lt. Col. David Herndon provided the following readout:

Acting Under Secretary of Defense for Policy Sasha Baker met with Norwegian State Secretary Anne Marie Aanerud on November 13. 

During the leaders' first-ever meeting, they discussed enduring support for Ukraine, the importance of ongoing Allied unity, Nordic security, and enhanced bilateral cooperation. 

Acting Under Secretary Baker expressed support for Norway's leadership on a range of global security issues and its long-term commitment for support to Ukraine. 

Both leaders stated their commitment to continued dialogue on issues of mutual concern to further deepen the U.S.-Norway defense relationship.