DoD News, Defense Media Activity
WASHINGTON, April 14, 2015 – In a phone call with Spanish
Defense Minister Pedro Morenes today, Defense Secretary Ash Carter recognized
Spain's strong contributions to global security and its commitments to NATO,
calling Spain a "full-spectrum ally," Pentagon officials said.
In a statement summarizing the call, officials said the two
defense leaders discussed Spain's contributions to counterterrorism efforts and
joint military collaboration, and that Carter thanked Morenes for Spain's
continued hospitality in hosting U.S. forces and their families at Moron and
Rota.
Mutual Security Benefits
“Both men acknowledged the mutual security benefits of this
arrangement, as well as the related labor concerns at Moron,” the statement
said. “They expressed confidence that the strong U.S.-Spain bilateral relationship
would help resolve these concerns favorably for both countries.”
Carter acknowledged the long history of defense cooperation
between the United States and Spain, officials said. This was the first
conversation between the two leaders, and they both noted that they look
forward to meeting in person soon, they added.
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