Stockpiling and pre-positioning of defense articles

Consistent with operational requirements and in consultation with NATO allies, and with the goal of increasing regional deterrence and reducing strategic response time, the Secretary of Defense shall— (1) prioritize Eastern Flank strategic defense partners under the War Reserve Stocks for Allies program administered under section 514 of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2321h); and (2) consider expanding stockpiles under such program in additional Eastern Flank strategic defense partner countries, as appropriate.