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Taking a whole-of-government approach at AUSA 2026—Thank you to the Department of Commerce and Department of War for joining PM for a robust discussion focused on how the interagency is implementing long overdue reforms to streamline defense sales and collaborating with the defense industry to support U.S. economic growth.
Earlier this week, Assistant Secretary White met with Bulgarian Deputy Prime Minister Poulev to discuss Bulgaria’s strong commitment as a NATO ally, the implementation of the F-16 Block 70 fighter jet program, and potential future defense acquisitions.
Assistant Secretary White hosted the welcome reception for the 2026-2028 Defense Trade Advisory Group (DTAG), which will serve as a formal channel for regular consultation and coordination with U.S. industry on issues involving U.S. laws, policies, and regulations for exports of defense articles.
Assistant Secretary White met with Jordan’s Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Maj. Gen. Majdi Mohammad Alharasis to advance U.S.-Jordan security cooperation and mutual defense priorities. - jaf.mil.jo/NewsViewEn.aspx?N…
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On the sidelines of #UNGA81, the @UnderSecT team co-hosted an event with @NIHDirector_Jay to highlight U.S. international leadership in implementing new standards to halt dangerous gain of function research. Representatives from 25 countries attended to learn more about how they can join us to #StopDGOF. Grateful also to Anna Puglisi (@WHOSTP47) and Taylor Sexton(@USForeignAssist) for their important contributions to the engagement.
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رئيس هيئة الأركان المشتركة يستقبل مساعد وزير الخارجية الأمريكي للشؤون السياسية والعسكرية
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Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Meets with U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs
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Yesterday, Assistant Secretary White met with Foreign Service Officers and Marine Embassy Guards at U.S. Embassy Amman. The visit centered on strengthening U.S.-Jordan security cooperation, advancing mutual defense priorities, and supporting the critical work of our diplomatic and security personnel in the region.
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Three years ago today, Hamas terrorists tortured, mutilated, and murdered 1,200 innocent civilians in Israel.
Among those slain were men, women, and children — including dozens of Americans.
We will never forget this act of barbarism against an ally and recommit ourselves to the defense of civilization.
Assistant Secretary White met with Assistant Minister of Defense His Excellency Dr. Khalid Biyari in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where they discussed strengthening U.S. - Saudi defense relations through recent implementation of the U.S. - Saudi Strategic Defense Agreement (SDA), the formal notification to Congress of F-35s to Saudi, and the deliveries of capabilities in the future.
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Assistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs Fleet White met with the Acting Governor of the General Authority for Military Industries, Bandar Al-Khorayef, to discuss expanding U.S.-Saudi defense industrial cooperation. Our partnership advances shared security, strengthens the defense industries of both nations, and opens new opportunities for investment and advanced technology cooperation.
التقى مساعد وزير الخارجية للشؤون السياسية والعسكرية فليت وايت بمعالي محافظ الهيئة العامة للصناعات العسكرية المكلّف، الأستاذ بندر الخريف، لبحث سبل توسيع التعاون بين الولايات المتحدة والمملكة العربية السعودية في مجال الصناعات الدفاعية. وتسهم شراكتنا في تعزيز أمننا المشترك، ودعم الصناعات الدفاعية في كلا البلدين، وفتح آفاق جديدة للاستثمار والتعاون في مجال التقنيات المتقدمة.
Thank you to @BAlkhorayef and @GAMI_KSA for hosting. We look forward to working with you on enhancing U.S.-Saudi defense industrial cooperation.
Assistant Secretary White recently visited @SpaceX's spaceport in Starbase, TX. SpaceX gave a tour of their complex, which employs over 4,000 Americans, and showed the production line of their Starship rocket. SpaceX also shared their proposals for ITAR reform and how regulations could be improved to foster further innovation.
Deputy Assistant Secretary Green engaged with @USPACOM Commander ADM Paparo and other senior leaders at the @NPS_Monterey International Alumni Summit over the summer.
Assistant Secretary White visited RTX in September at its recently expanded 89-acre Andover, Massachusetts facility.
Assistant Secretary White announced 38 new and returning members of the State Department’s Defense Trade Advisory Group. These appointed experts will provide vital independent advice and recommendations on issues involving U.S. laws, policies, and regulations regarding exports of defense articles, defense services, and related technical data, including both Foreign Military Sales and Direct Commercial Sales. state.gov/releases/bureau-of…
On September 15, 2026, Secretary Rubio ceremonially swore in Fleet White as the Assistant Secretary of State for Political-Military Affairs. The Bureau of Political-Military Affairs plays a vital role in putting America first.
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"A safe and stable and prosperous Africa is not a charitable goal. It’s a strategic necessity for the United States and for our African partners." - @USAfricaCommand Gen. Michael Langley
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ALT Quote: A safe and stable and prosperous Africa is not a charitable goal. Commander of U.S. Africa Command, U.S. Marine Corps General Michael Langley