Pentagon press secretary John F. Kirby provided the following reading:
Defense Secretary Lloyd J. to reaffirm the deep cooperation between our governments and activists. Austin III today met French Armed Forces Minister Florence Barley at the Pentagon.
The leaders discussed the importance of Atlantic cooperation and solidarity, especially as strategic competitors contribute to increasing security challenges around the world. They also discussed bilateral cooperation and the possibility of continuing their involvement in the Middle East, where France and the United States have a long history of working together to tackle common challenges.
Secretary of State Austin has vowed to continue consultations with France and other NATO allies on strategic reviews, including the national security strategy. Minister Barley hailed the US resurgence with NATO allies and EU partners, noting the recent NATO and EU leaders summit attended by President Biden.
Secretary Austin and Minister Barley concluded their meeting with the signing ceremony of the US-French roadmap for increased cooperation in special operations. The roadmap signals the intention of the United States and France to identify areas of increased specialized operational integration and collaboration.
Following the meeting, Secretary Austin and Minister Barley visited the U.S. Cyber Command in Fort Mead, Maryland, where they discussed common interests, opportunities and initiatives in cyberspace to deepen the lasting bilateral alliance. between the United States and France.
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