US, Austrian officials renew communication, information security memorandum

Courtesy Photo | Austrian and U.S. officials sign a 15-year renewal of the Austria-U.S. Communication and Information Security Memorandum of Agreement (CISMOA) in Vienna, Austria, on July 20, 2023, highlighting the deepening strategic relationship between the two countries and underscoring a shared commitment to security cooperation and information exchange. Austrian and U.S. officials present at the signing event included, from front row, left to right, Brig. Gen. BG Erich Weissenboeck, the Austrian Head of Force Development Division; Brig. Gen. Chad Raduege, U.S. European Command J6; Benjamin Ethington; Lt. Col. Candace Rodriguez; William Cater; Col. Robert Winder; Robert M. Lonergan Jr.; Reiko Meeks and Leopold Eckl. (Courtesy photo)  

VIENNA, AUSTRIA

08.10.2023

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U.S. European Command   

VIENNA -- The governments of Austria and the United States have recently announced the successful renewal of the Austria-U.S. Communication and Information Security Memorandum of Agreement (CISMOA) for an additional 15-year term. This significant development highlights the deepening strategic relationship between the two countries and underscores our shared commitment to security cooperation and information exchange.

The CISMOA serves as a vital framework facilitating secure communication and enabling the sharing of classified information between Austria and the United States. It is an essential instrument that enhances bilateral defense capabilities, strengthens information sharing, and promotes collaborative efforts to address common security challenges. It also serves as a catalyst for further deepening the bilateral relationship and exploring new avenues of cooperation. It opens doors for expanded dialogue, joint military exercises, and increased coordination on regional and global security issues. The agreement is a testament to the trust, cooperation and shared values that underpin the strategic partnership between Austria and the United States.

The renewal of the CISMOA symbolizes the continued commitment to upholding global security, promoting stability, and ensuring the safety of both nations. By extending this agreement, Austria and the United States demonstrate their unwavering dedication to maintaining a robust defense posture and fostering international peace. The CISMOA was signed July 20, 2023, in Vienna, Austria, by U.S. Brig. Gen. Chad Raduege and Austrian Brig. Gen. Erich Weissenboeck.

• Date Taken: 08.10.2023
• Date Posted: 08.15.2023 04:13
• Story ID: 451108
• Location: VIENNA, AT