Hagåtña, Guam - The Office of the Governor and Lt. Governor, together with the Community Defense Liaison Office (CDLO), are proud to announce the upcoming Guam Defense Forum, scheduled for September 17–18, 2025, at the Dusit Thani Hotel. The forum will convene key defense leaders, policymakers, and community stakeholders to engage in dialogue on regional security, civil-military collaboration, and Guam’s role in the Indo-Pacific. The Guam Defense Forum is a premier gathering focused on the intersection of community, security, and defense in the Indo-Pacific. By fostering dialogue and collaboration, the forum aims to strengthen partnerships that advance both regional stability and the well-being of the people of Guam.

Governor Lou Leon Guerrero signed and promulgated Executive Order No. 2020-39 on November 6, 2020. This Executive Order re-established and redefined the mandate for the functions now encompassed by the CDLO, empowering it to serve as the primary liaison for defense-related community matters.