Essential Korean contributions, according to a U.S. official, are crucial for strengthening deterrence in the Indo-Pacific region.
John Noh, the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for East Asia, recently addressed a significant event hosted by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) in Arlington, Virginia, on August 7, 2025.
The event was not a live stream but a recording that was made available on the YouTube account named Defense Now. The recording was accessible via a dialog window, allowing viewers to escape, cancel, or close the window as needed.
During the event, John Noh was presented with a commemorative poster from the DPAA director, recognising his involvement in defense and allied cooperation activities. He has also testified before the U.S. House Armed Services Committee, notably on April 9, 2025, demonstrating his active role in Congressional oversight and policy discussions regarding East Asian security.
Noh's speeches and public engagements emphasise the importance of the Korea-U.S. alliance as a cornerstone for regional stability and deterrence, consistent with the U.S. defense strategy in East Asia. He is also involved in broader regional issues including tensions surrounding Taiwan and the wider Indo-Pacific geopolitical landscape.
Noh's expanding responsibilities within the Department of Defense were further highlighted by his recent nomination for the position of Assistant Secretary of Defense.
The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) is an independent federal agency responsible for providing the U.S. government with full and fully accountable returns of missing U.S. personnel to their families and the nation. The event hosted by the DPAA aimed to recognise and support the ongoing efforts of the agency in this regard.
The recording of the event can be accessed on the Defense Now YouTube account for those interested in hearing more about Noh's remarks and the work of the DPAA.
- John Noh's discussion on East Asian security at the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) event in Arlington, Virginia, was recorded and shared on the Defense Now YouTube account.
- The Defense Now YouTube channel, in its industry of general news, made the recording of John Noh's speech available for public viewing in a dialog window, allowing users to control the playback.
- John Noh's role in politics extends beyond defense, as he has testified before the U.S. House Armed Services Committee, advocating for a strong Korea-U.S. alliance for regional stability and deterrence.
- As a prominent figure in the U.S. defense industry, John Noh is also involved in broader political issues, such as regional tensions related to Taiwan and the wider Indo-Pacific geopolitical landscape.
