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Secretary of the Navy to Address Maritime Statecraft at NDIA DVC Naval Conference - Exclusive Media Roundtable to Follow

12/8/2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Secretary of the Navy to Address Maritime Statecraft at NDIA DVC Naval Conference - Exclusive Media Roundtable to Follow

Philadelphia, PA – The National Defense Industrial Association's Delaware Valley Chapter (NDIA DVC) is proud to announce that the Honorable Carlos Del Toro, Secretary of the Navy, will deliver a keynote speech on "Maritime Statecraft in the Era of Intense Strategic Competition" at the upcoming Naval Nuclear Submarine and Aircraft Carrier Supplier Conference. This highly anticipated address is set for Thursday, December 14th at 8:30 AM, at Drexel University in Philadelphia.

Secretary Del Toro's speech promises to offer vital insights into naval diplomacy and a national, whole-of-government effort to build comprehensive U.S. and allied maritime power, both commercial and naval. This session is not only pivotal for defense community members but also holds significant importance for the media, as it addresses critical aspects of national and international security.

In a special arrangement, members of the press are invited to attend Secretary Del Toro's keynote speech. Additionally, following the address, there will be an exclusive media roundtable, providing an opportunity for in-depth discussions and Q&A with the Secretary. This roundtable is a unique chance for press to engage directly with top leadership in the U.S. Navy on pressing issues in maritime defense and strategy.

It is important to note that while the keynote speech and the subsequent media roundtable are open to the press, other sessions of the conference will be closed to media attendees.

The NDIA DVC extends a warm invitation to media representatives to join this pivotal event and gain exclusive insights into the future of naval defense and national security.

For an embargoed copy of the Secretary’s remarks, please contact: Captain Patrick Evans, USN - Special Assistant for Public Affairs Office of the Secretary of the Navy at patrick.l.evans.mil@us.navy.mil

For more information about the event, please visit http://www.ndia.org/DVCSubSuppliers

Contact: Irene Katacinski at ndiadvcevent@gmail.com to RSVP
National Defense Industrial Association, Delaware Valley Chapter

About NDIA

The National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) is America's leading defense industry association promoting national security. NDIA provides a legal and ethical forum for the exchange of information between industry and government on national security issues. NDIA and its members foster the development of the most innovative and superior equipment, training, and support for warfighters and first responders through its divisions, local chapters, affiliated associations, and events. For more information, visit NDIA.org