DOD to Brief Defense Communities on Arctic Strategy

August 9, 2024

The DOD Office of Intergovernmental Affairs will host a webinar on the recent launch of DOD’s 2024 Arctic Strategy on Thursday, Aug. 22 at 4 p.m. Eastern time.

“The webinar will provide state and local leaders with key insights and topline messaging from the Department of Defense’s recently unveiled Arctic Strategy,” DOD said. “State, local, tribal and territorial communities will learn about their role alongside federal partners in strengthening integrated deterrence and increase shared security.”

DOD and the National Guard Bureau will be among the agencies presenting during the session.

You can register here.

Air National Guard photo by Master Sgt. Scott Thompson

August 9, 2024

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