US Defense Sec. Austin Calls Mozambican President Nyusi

U.S. Department of Defense

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III spoke on the phone with Mozambican President Filipe Jacinto Nyusi to discuss the U.S.-Mozambique bilateral defense relationship and the security situation in Cabo Delgado Province, Mozambique.

The two leaders exchanged views on the situation in Cabo Delgado Province, Mozambique's role on the UN Security Council, and other regional issues of shared interest. They also discussed priorities for the coming months, particularly related to implementation of the Global Fragility Act.

Secretary Austin and President Nyusi expressed their dedication to deepening the U.S.-Mozambican defense and security relationship.

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