Establishment of the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office

The memo renames and expands the AOIMSG into the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office (AARO), which serves as the authoritative DoD focal point for UAP and related activities. Its mission is to synchronize detection, identification, characterization, and mitigation of anomalous objects in air, sea, space, and transmedium domains that could pose threats to safety or national security. AARO is directed to maintain a centralized database, develop reporting procedures, and coordinate with other federal agencies. The AARO Executive Council (AAROEXEC) provides oversight. The document underscores the requirement for standardized processes and emphasizes that AARO may represent the Department on UAP matters with Congress, media, and the public.