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U.S. Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates delivers his keynote speech at the Shangri-La Dialogue on Asia Security Summit, Singapore, May 30, 2009. DoD photo by U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Jerry Morrison More Photos
MANILA, Philippines, June 1, 2009 – Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates made a brief stop in the Philippines to reaffirm U.S. commitment to the country’s fight against terrorism. Story
SINGAPORE, May 30, 2009 – Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said the United States will not accept North Korea as a nuclear weapons state and promised to defend U.S. allies in the region. Story | Transcript
SINGAPORE, May 30, 2009 – Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates opened the “Shangri-La Dialogue” Asia security summit outlining broad security issues and promising continued support from the United States. Story | Transcript
SINGAPORE, May 30, 2009 – Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates called on U.S. allies in Asia to render more aid to bolster the fight in Afghanistan. Story | Transcript