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Pence to Address Security Challenges at European Conferences

by Associated Press

   WASHINGTON --

   The White House says Vice President Mike Pence will visit Poland and
   Germany in mid-February.

   During his meetings and speeches, he will focus on the NATO alliance,
   trade and stabilizing the Middle East.

   The vice president will give keynote remarks at a forum in Warsaw. The
   White House says he will focus on the United States' commitment to work
   with partners to "help build a strong, secure and economically viable
   Middle East."

   The White House says he will also work to enhance U.S.-Poland
   relations, particularly on military and energy issues.

   In Germany, Pence will speak about international security challenges at
   the Munich Security Conference. He will also have one-on-one
   discussions with other participants and highlight the administration's
   call for more equitable cost sharing within NATO.