Panetta plans to brief Americans and Europeans on new defense strategy . His first stop is Singapore , where he plans to give a major political speech . The first stop is Singapore , where Panetta is expected to deliver a major policy speech focusing on the role of the United States and its defense strategy in the Asia-Pacific region , according to a senior defense official who briefed reporters about the trip . He also plans to meet with military leaders from the West .
Panetta plans to brief Americans and Europeans on new defense strategy . His first stop is Singapore , where he plans to give a major political speech . He also plans to meet with military leaders from the West .