Austin reaffirms U.S. commitment to Indo-Pacific, says region is 'more prosperous when we work together'
SINGAPORE — The United States remains vital to the future of the Indo-Pacific region, which is "more vital than ever" to the U.S., according to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin. Speaking at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, Austin said that Washington's enduring commitment to the region has been a "springboard" that has enabled transformative growth in the region. "We are all in. No, we're not going anywhere." He was of the view that both the U.S. and this region are "more secure, and more prosperous when we work together," poi