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USINDOPACOM Statement on DPRK Missile Launch
January 14, 2024 — We are aware of the ballistic missile launch and are consulting closely with our allies and partners. While we have assessed that this event does not pose an immediate threat to U.S. personnel or... MORE

Statement from NSC Spokesperson Adrienne Watson on Secretary Gina Raimondo’s Participation in the Presidential Trade and Investment Mission to the Philippines
January 12, 2024 — President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. today announced he will send a Presidential Trade and Investment Mission to Manila, Philippines March 11-12, 2024 to enhance U.S. companies’ contributions to the Philippines’ innovation economy, connective infrastructure, clean energy transition, critical minerals sector, and the food security of its people... MORE

CV-22 Aircraft Mishap Releases
January 11, 2024 — UPDATE 16, January 11, 2024 1750CST:After more than 40 days of intensive search, rescue, recovery and salvage efforts, alongside the Japan Coast Guard, Japan Self-Defense Forces, local law enforcement... MORE

Readout of Under Secretary of the Navy's Meeting with Guam Acting Governor Joshua F. Tenorio
January 11, 2024 — Under Secretary of the Navy Spokesperson Capt. Courtney Hillson provided the following readout... MORE

USNS Mercy Arrives in Chuuk, Federated States of Micronesia
January 11, 2024 — On January 10, the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) arrived in Chuuk, Federated States of Micronesia, in support of Pacific Partnership 24-1... MORE

Pacific Partnership, now in its 19th iteration, is the largest multinational humanitarian assistance and disaster relief preparedness mission conducted in the Indo-Pacific and works to enhance regional interoperability and disaster response capabilities, increase security stability in the region, and foster new and enduring friendships.

Readout of 2024 U.S.-PRC Defense Policy Coordination Talks
January 10, 2024 — DOD Spokesperson Lt. Col. Martin Meiners provided the following readout... MORE

U.S. Coast Guard ensures safety, facilitates commerce in Certificate of Compliance exam on MSC Bellissima at Port of Guam
January 10, 2024 — In a vital operation reflecting its commitment to community and maritime safety, U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam successfully conducted a Certificate of Compliance (COC) examination on the MSC Bellissima, a 1,036-foot cruise ship flagged out of Malta, at the Port of Guam on Jan. 3, 2023... MORE

A team from U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam and the U.S. Coast Guard Cruise Ship National Center of Expertise conduct a Certificate of Compliance (COC) exam on the 1,036-foot Maltese-flagged cruise ship MSC Bellissima on its first-ever U.S. port call at the Port of Guam, on Jan. 3, 2024. The U.S. Coast Guard conducts COC exams for new or existing vessels that are embarking passengers from a U.S. port for the first time, carrying U.S. citizens as passengers with initial port calls at U.S. ports, or have undergone significant modifications or alterations including changes that affect structural fire protection or means of egress, in order to ensure these vessels, meet required safety and regulatory standards. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Chief Warrant Officer Jennifer Thomas)

Multi-agency rescue operation led by U.S. Coast Guard successfully saves 6 boaters near Guam
January 9, 2024 — U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam, in partnership with Guam Fire Rescue and U.S. Navy Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 25 (HSC-25), successfully conducted a search and rescue operation for a distressed vessel 30 miles northwest of Guam, on Jan. 6, 2023, saving six boaters... MORE

U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam, in partnership with Guam Fire Rescue and U.S. Navy Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 25 (HSC-25), successfully conducted a search and rescue operation for a distressed vessel 30 miles northwest of Guam, on Jan. 6, 2023, saving six boaters. The Joint Rescue Sub-Center, operated by U.S. Coast Guard watchstanders in Guam, received an urgent notification from Guam Fire Rescue about a 23-foot recreational vessel with six people aboard, initially identified as nationals of the People's Republic of China, experiencing severe difficulties. Reportedly, the vessel was taking on water, and all aboard were wearing personal flotation devices (PFDs). (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Chris Heidl)

Pacific Partnership 24-1 Concludes Fourth Mission Stop in Palau
January 9, 2024 — Pacific Partnership 24-1 (PP24-1) concluded 16 days of medical, engineering, host nation outreach efforts, and humanitarian and disaster response in the Republic of Palau, closing out its fourth mission stop Jan 6... MORE

Joint Staff J-6 Hosts Third SITE Summit, Strengthening Data-Centric Interoperability With Allies and Partners
January 8, 2024 — The Joint Staff J-6 hosted the third Security Interoperability in the Tactical Environment (SITE) Summit in Suffolk, Virginia, convening Zero Trust experts from across the U.S. military, allies and partners to further efforts in accelerating data-centric interoperability in various tactical situations. In attendance were coalition partner representatives from the UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, France, Japan, and the Republic of Korea... MORE

Rescue operation success: Missing member found alive in Hakkoda Range
January 8, 2024 — In a remarkable display of community solidarity, a collaborative effort between U.S. military members and Japan Search and Rescue successfully located and rescued a missing community member in the Hakkoda Mountain Range... MORE

Participants of a search and rescue team move down the mountain during a snow storm after finding the missing member at Hakkoda Range, Japan, Dec. 29, 2023.

Readout of Assistant Secretary of Defense Ely Ratner's Call With ROK Deputy Minister of National Defense Cho Chang-rae
January 5, 2024 — Department of Defense spokesperson Lt. Col. Martin Meiners provided the following readout... MORE

Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group Arrives in the Philippines
January 5, 2024 — Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), flagship of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 1, embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 2, Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Princeton (CG 59) and Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers USS Kidd (DDG 100) and USS Sterett (DDG 104) arrived in the Philippines for a scheduled port visit Jan. 5... MORE

Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) sets anchors in Manila, Philippines.

Chief Digital and Artificial Intelligence Office to Host Hackathon in Hawaii
January 4, 2024 — The Office of the Secretary of Defense Chief Digital and AI Office, Defense Innovation Unit, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, U.S. Army Pacific Command and the U.S. Air Force will host a multi-classification hackathon open to all U.S. citizens, Feb. 5 - 9, 2024... MORE

US Army Civil Affairs Deliver Supplies to Thailand’s Chiang Rai Province
January 4, 2024 — Members of the U.S. Special Operations Command Pacific Civil Affairs Team-Thailand donated utility equipment, medical supplies, and education materials to three schools and two immigration facilities in the Chiang Mai Province Nov. 29 – Dec. 1... MORE

U.S. Special Operations Command Pacific Civil Affairs Team-Thailand members donate medical supplies to support the Mae SAI Department of Disease Control’s capabilities to provide timely, life-saving treatments and first aid in Chiang Mai Province, Thailand, Dec. 1, 2023. U.S. Civil Affairs teams partner with communities around the world to increase stability, enable local governments, and improve quality of life for civilians. (Courtesy Photo)

Statement from President Joe Biden on the Earthquake in Japan
January 3, 2024 — Statement from President Joe Biden on the earthquake in Japan... MORE

Philippines, U.S. Partner in Maritime Cooperative Activity in South China Sea
January 3, 2024 — U.S. Navy’s Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 1, led by its flagship, Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) and the Philippine Navy (PN) are conducting a Maritime Cooperative Activity (MCA) in the South China Sea, reaffirming both nations’ commitment to bolstering regional security and stability, Jan. 3... MORE

51st FW stands up innovation cell
December 29, 2023 — With prioritizing innovation at the forefront of its strategic objectives, the 51st Fighter Wing marked a significant milestone by standing up its new wing innovation cell, the MustangWERX office, at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Nov. 22, 2023... MORE

U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jesse Covert, 694th Intelligence Support Squadron Airman, participates in problem identification training at Osan Air Base, Republic of Korea, Dec. 19, 2023. This training allows the MustangWERX innovation team to encourage Airmen to brainstorm ideas and utilize problem solving skills to more effectively complete daily tasks. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Chase Verzaal)

From Skies to Seas: Airman Assists Humanitarian Aid Aboard the USNS Mercy
December 29, 2023 — It is a rare opportunity for any U.S. Air Force Airmen to board a ship and work alongside the U.S. Navy and other nations in a joint environment. So, when U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Sammi-Joy Severino learned of an open spot on the hospital ship United States Naval Ship Mercy to provide life-saving, humanitarian aid, she was eager to secure it... MORE

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Sammi-Joy Severino poses for a photo.

Fact Sheet: Department of Defense Concludes 'Decisive Year' in the Indo-Pacific Region
December 28, 2023 — Throughout 2023, the United States has worked alongside allies and partners to deliver groundbreaking achievements for peace, stability, and deterrence in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region... MORE