U.S. Pacific Command Regional News

MDEX Asia 2013 Ends on a Record-breaking High (Maritime Security)

Mon, 20 May 2013 20:36:23 GMT

USS Freedom Makes Debut in Singapore

Mon, 20 May 2013 20:35:47 GMT

SINGAPORE - USS Freedom (LCS 1) made its debut in Singapore May 14-19, participating in an international trade show and a maritime exercise with regional navies. Freedom also hosted thousands of visitors, from Singaporean citizens to senior government and military officials, during a series of ship tours.

Scaparrotti Picked to Lead US Forces in S.Korea (AFP)

Mon, 20 May 2013 20:35:19 GMT

15th Brigade Japan Ground Self-Defense Force and 10th Regional Support Group officer exchange (DVIDS)

Mon, 20 May 2013 20:34:44 GMT

Shoulder-to-shoulder: U.S., Filipino Soldiers Train to Purify Water

Mon, 20 May 2013 20:34:08 GMT

ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md - team of U.S. Army Soldiers and civilians helped the Filipino people purify more than 14,000 gallons of water during a joint military exercise in April.

Navy Misawa Sailors Conduct Cleanup Effort at Japanese Wetlands (DVIDS)

Mon, 20 May 2013 20:32:32 GMT

Sailors Celebrate 74th Annual Black Ship Festival

Mon, 20 May 2013 20:32:06 GMT

SHIMODA, Japan - Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) departed Shimoda Harbor, May 19 after the completion of a port visit for the 74th annual Black Ship Festival.

Indian PM Pledges 'Peace and Tranquillity' with China (ABC News)

Mon, 20 May 2013 20:31:33 GMT

Vice Adm. Swift Awards Legion of Merit to JMSDF Commander (DVIDS)

Mon, 20 May 2013 20:31:05 GMT

U.S., ROK Military Leaders Discuss Combined Logistics

Tue, 07 May 2013 19:34:49 GMT

WONJU, South Korea - Senior military leaders from Eighth Army and the Republic of Korea Army's leading front-line formations met here, May 3, to discuss combined logistics operations.

US Shift to Asia on Track Despite Budget Cuts: Admiral (Channel Aisa)

Tue, 07 May 2013 19:33:46 GMT

U.S., South Korea Off-load Military Equipment for CJLOTS 13 (BioPreWatch)

Tue, 07 May 2013 19:33:24 GMT

Okinawans Celebrate Golden Week

Tue, 07 May 2013 19:32:52 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - Ever wonder why the streets are so crowded from April 29 to May 5? It's because it is Golden Week on Okinawa, Japan.

American, Japanese Scouts Join in Kamakura Parade (DVIDS)

Tue, 07 May 2013 19:32:11 GMT

DOD Report on China Details Military Modernization (U.S. DoD)

Tue, 07 May 2013 19:31:50 GMT

Royal Australian Navy Visits Fleet Activities Yokosuka

Tue, 07 May 2013 19:30:47 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan -The Royal Australian Navy (RAN) Adelaide class guided-missile frigate HMAS Sydney (FFG 3), homeported in Sydney, arrived at Fleet Activities Yokosuka, May 6.

New Zealand Frigate on Tour of East Asian Ports (NZweek)

Tue, 07 May 2013 19:30:11 GMT

AF, Navy, Coast Guard, Gov-Guam Participate in Joint Training

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:47:10 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - First responders from both Guam's military installations and community agencies participated in water rescue training near Sirena Beach here, April 25, 2013.

US and South Korea Wrap up 'Foal Eagle' Military Drills (BBC News)

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:46:38 GMT

USS Chosin Ready to Deploy (Naval Today)

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:46:06 GMT

USAF Band of the Pacific-Asia performs at Sendai, Japan

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:45:25 GMT

SENDAI, Japan - The U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific-Asia from Yokota Air Base, Japan, completed a 3-day tour here, April 20 through 22, in remembrance of the victims of the earthquake and tsunami that devastated the area approximately two years ago.

Indonesia Readies Mass Production of Drones (Voice of America)

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:44:48 GMT

Japan's Abe Focuses on Energy During Trip Overseas (Voice of America)

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:44:20 GMT

Australia Opens Landing Helicopter Dock Training Certer (UPI)

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:43:19 GMT

Hagel, Onodera Discuss U.S.-Japanese Security Concerns (U.S. DoD)

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 18:42:51 GMT

Indonesian, U.S. Forces Practice Humanitarian Evacuation

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 20:13:25 GMT

YOGYAKARTA, Indonesia - After two days of in-class lectures, U.S. and Indonesian service members and civilians from the Muhammadiyah Disaster Management Center participated in an aeromedical evacuation subject-matter expert exchange here, April 24.

ASEAN Urges China to Discuss South China Sea Issue (Channel News Asia)

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 20:12:46 GMT

Warship to Join US Fleet (The Australian)

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 20:12:23 GMT

Dempsey Talks Regional Issues With U.S. Troops in Japan (U.S. DoD)

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 20:11:58 GMT

KATUSA-US Friendship Week Promotes Camaraderie

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 20:11:09 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, Republic of Korea - The KATUSA (Korean Augmentation to the United States Army) program is the embodiment of the ROK-U.S. alliance. In commemoration of 60 years of that powerful partnership, 2013 KATUSA & U.S. Soldier Friendship Week was held April 15-18.

US, Indonesia Kick Off Pacific Angel Operations (Bernama)

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 20:10:38 GMT

Space Domain Vital to National Defense, Official Says (U.S. DoD)

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 20:10:07 GMT

PACOM: Hawaii-Bound North Korean Missiles Can Be Intercepted (Civil Beat)

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 19:42:56 GMT

Brunei Naval Vessel Visits Phuket (Phuket News)

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 19:42:34 GMT

Deployment of USS Freedom Shows US Commitment to Maintain Security in Asia-Pacific (Maritime Security Asia)

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 19:42:11 GMT

Behind The Scenes Of Balikatan: Small Team Keeps Exercise Moving Forward

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 19:41:39 GMT

MANILA, Philippines - “Balikatan” is a Filipino expression which translates to "shoulder to shoulder" or “shouldering the load together” and epitomizes the spirit of the bilateral Philippines-U.S. military training exercise bearing the same name.

More US Marines to Arrive in NT Soon (The Australian News)

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 19:40:49 GMT

Asean Ministers Emphasized on Peaceful Resolution of South China Sea (Bernama)

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 19:40:25 GMT

India-China Hold Annual Counter Terrorism Dialogue in Beijing (Times of India)

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 19:40:01 GMT

Barangay Residents Help Combined Philippine-U.S. Army Team Stay Ahead of Schedule (DVIDS)

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 19:39:30 GMT

Stennis Hosts Indonesian Leaders at Sea

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 21:00:12 GMT

SOUTH CHINA SEA - Distinguished visitors from the Republic of Indonesia visited the aircraft carrier USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) at sea April 5.

U.S., Japan Announce Bilateral Okinawa Consolidation Plan (U.S. DoD)

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 20:59:40 GMT

Tortuga Sailors Visit House of the Heroes Orphanage

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 20:59:09 GMT

MANILA, Philippines - Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) visited a local orphanage April 4.

Nepal a World Leader in Peacekeeping: Nepal Holds Exercise with 23 Countries

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 20:58:32 GMT

PANCHKHAL, Nepal - Shanti Prayas-2, a Global Peace Operations Initiative multinational training exercise, led by the Nepalese Army and sponsored by the U.S. Pacific Command is taking place March 25 to April 7, bringing together military representatives from 23 nations training to United Nations standards for operations in future peacekeeping missions.

US-Philippine Engineers Reach Major Milestone in Footbridge Construction (DVIDS)

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 20:57:08 GMT

Okinawan Children from Local Orphanages Spend Day at Kadena

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 20:56:33 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - More than 50 children from several Okinawan orphanages spent the day at Kadena Air Base, Japan, March 29 to learn about Kadena's mission, see different demonstrations and interact with American children their own ages.

U.S., Japan Agree on Plan to Hand Back Okinawa Base (Reuters)

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 20:56:02 GMT

Balikatan 2013 Kicks Off (Manila Bulletin)

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 20:55:31 GMT

Japanese Platoon Takes Advantage of Learning Opportunity at Shanti Prayas-2 (DVIDS)

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 20:55:02 GMT

China readies to fight new bird flu; Japan, Hong Kong on guard (Reuters)

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:53:56 GMT

25th CAB’s DART hones skills During Aerial Emergency Exercise (Hawaii Military Weekly)

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 19:09:06 GMT

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 01:36:04 GMT

Australia to Welcome Chinese Warship for Navy Celebration (The Australian News)

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 19:13:55 GMT

More US Ships Arrive in the Philippines for Balikatan 2013 (Manila Bulletin)

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 19:13:25 GMT

China Accepts Invite to Join RIMPAC in 2014 (Stars & Stripes)

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 19:13:00 GMT

Dongducheon, S. Korea Thanks 210th Fires Brigade Soldiers for Community Support

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 19:12:30 GMT

DONGDUCHEON, South Korea - Dongducheon Mayor Oh Sea-chang presented Col. Tracy P. Banister, commander, 210th Fires Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division, an appreciation award for supporting the annual Wang Bang International Mountain Bike Race, April 1, 2013, at Dongducheon City Hall.

Singapore Prime Minister Visits White House (AP)

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 19:12:04 GMT

Australian Governor-general Presents Wreath at National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific (DVIDS)

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 19:11:36 GMT

Nepalese Peacekeeper Describes Varied Roles When Conducting Missions

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 19:11:04 GMT

PANCHKHAL, Nepal - A Nepal Army officer serving as an assistant instructor reflected on his time serving in three conflict-affected nations during Exercise Shanti Prayas-2 at the Nepal Army Headquarters March 28.

A Leader in Goodwill: Bangladeshi Officers Proud of Nation’s Peacekeeping Effort

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 21:18:29 GMT

PANCHKHAL, Nepal - Maj. Muhammad Abdullah Faribi lights up with pride when he talks about Bangladesh being the leading troop contributing country to the United Nations with 6,927 soldiers currently deployed in eight UN peacekeeping missions.

B-2 Bombers Conduct Extended Deterrence Mission to South Korea

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 19:02:02 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, Seoul - U.S. Strategic Command officials sent two B-2 Spirit bombers for a long-duration, round-trip training mission from Whiteman Air Force Base, Mo., to South Korea March 28 as part of the ongoing bilateral Foal Eagle training exercise.

Hagel, South Korean Defense Minister Discuss Alliance (U.S. DoD)

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 19:01:37 GMT

Japan Society Hosts Tomodachi in San Diego 2013

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 19:01:11 GMT

SAN DIEGO - The Japan Society of San Diego and Tijuana hosted the Tomodachi in San Diego 2013 event at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot (MCRD), March 26, to provide an opportunity to thank the Sailors and Marines who provided humanitarian aid during the 2011 Operation Tomodachi rescue and relief efforts.

Japanese Security Guards Train with Marines (DVIDS)

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 19:00:47 GMT

Northern Warfare Training Center Adds Arctic Challenge

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 19:00:19 GMT

BLACK RAPIDS TRAINING SITE, Alaska - The squad of Soldiers, all from different units and with different backgrounds, gathered around a mock casualty and waited for the call. Though they had only known each other for a short time, today they would prove that they could work and win as one.

USS Freedom Making Port Call on Guam (KUAM News)

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 18:59:45 GMT

Malaysian Peacekeeper Shares Experiences at Exercise Shanti Prayas-2

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 23:42:27 GMT

KATHMANDU, Nepal - Drawing upon his extensive experience running peacekeeping operations in Bosnia, Mindanao, and Lebanon, Col. Hisham Badrul of the Malaysian Army reflected upon his life’s most difficult challenges and lessons learned recently while participating in Exercise Shanti Prayas-2, at the Nepal Army Headquarters, March 27.

U.S. PACOM Deputy Commander Pays Nepal a Visit for Peacekeeping Exercise

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 20:12:24 GMT

PANCHKHAL, Nepal - Lt. Gen. Thomas L. Conant, deputy commander, U.S. Pacific Command visited the Birendra Peace Operations Centre for a multinational partnership exercise called Shanti Prayas-2, designed to train peacekeepers and sustain peacekeeping proficiency.

COMPACAF Thanks Airmen as Cope Tiger 13 Concludes

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 20:11:52 GMT

KORAT ROYAL THAI AIR FORCE BASE, Thailand - Gen. Hawk Carlisle, commander of Pacific Air Forces, met with Airmen from the U.S., Thailand and Republic of Singapore as they joined forces one last time on the flight line during the closing ceremony for Cope Tiger 13 here March 21.

India Stands by Japan in 'Freedom of Maritime Navigation' (Japan Daily Press)

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 20:11:25 GMT

Filipino Children Turn Tables on US Volunteers

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 20:10:53 GMT

SAN ANTONIO, Zambales, Philippines - Combined Joint Civil Military Operations Task Force (CJCMOTF) staff members joined 40 other U.S. service members to visit a Philippine orphanage during a community relations (COMREL) event coordinated by the JCMOTF chaplain.

Multinational Peacekeeping Exercise Kicks Off in Nepal (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 20:10:24 GMT

One Community Working Together to Improve the Environment

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 20:09:56 GMT

CAMP CASEY, Korea - Soldiers from 210th Fires Brigade and 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division joined the citizens of Dongducheon to clean portions of the Shin-cheon River on March 22.

UNESCO Launches Project To Develop A Flood Risk Mitigation Plan For Ayutthaya World Heritage Site (India Education Diary Online)

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 21:00:19 GMT

Soldiers From 23 Nations Join Nepal Military Exercises To Train For UN Peacekeeping Missions (Montreal Gazette Online)

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 20:59:29 GMT

Vietnam, Singapore Relations Thrive (Tuoitre News Online)

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 20:58:31 GMT

VN And NZ Agree To Lift Defense Ties(Viet Nam News Online)

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 20:57:43 GMT

US Navy Extends Deadline Of USS Guardian Salvage Operations To April (GMA Online)

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 20:56:42 GMT

3 US Ships Visiting PH (Manila Bulletin Online)

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 20:55:52 GMT

Asia Pacific Military Peacekeeping Leaders Convene For Peacekeeping Training Exercise (Press Release)

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 20:54:58 GMT

Asia Pacific Military Peacekeeping Leaders Convene For Peacekeeping Training Exercise

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 20:53:53 GMT

KATHMANDU, Nepal - More than 30 senior military officers from 10 nations gathered to address the challenges of modern United Nations peacekeeping operations at a Senior Training Seminar during Exercise Shanti Prayas-2 at the Nepal Army headquarters, March 23-26.
The exercise is a Nepal-hosted and U.S.-sponsored multinational training event conducted as part of the U.S. State Department’s Global Peace Operations Initiative (GPOI). The goals and objectives of the training are to increase participants’ interoperability and peacekeeping skills prior to deployment to U.N. missions.
Participants for the senior training seminar include officers from Bangladesh, Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mongolia, Nepal, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Vietnam, and the United States.

Breakthrough Deals With Russia: Xi (The Hindu Online)

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 21:32:08 GMT

Japan’s Move to Relocate Okinawa Base Welcomed By U.S. (Bloomberg Online)

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 21:31:24 GMT

U.S. Commander Says Joint War Games Ended In 'Success' (Korea Herald Online)

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 21:30:35 GMT

Chief Of The Defence Force Visits United States Pacific Command (News.Defense.Gov)

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 21:29:25 GMT

Marines Improve School, Strenthen International Realationships During Pacific Angel

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 21:28:18 GMT

DUMAGUETE, Philippines - One can have no better friend and no worse enemy than a United States Marine. For many in Dumaguete, Philippines, they understand the benefits of such a friendship, thanks to the efforts of the service members who participated in Pacific Angel 2013, an annual joint humanitarian assistance mission. Pacific Angel had two main efforts: medical and engineering. While medical professionals helped heal Filipino civilians, military engineers repaired and renovated three schools.

Joint Exercise ‘Shanti Prayas 2’ Begins March 25 (usembassy.gov)

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 00:31:37 GMT

India, Egypt Discuss Defence Cooperation (State Times Online)

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 22:16:06 GMT

Singapore, India Armies Conduct Bilateral Armour Exercise (Straits Times Online)

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 22:13:36 GMT

Carter Engages With Indonesian, Regional Leaders

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 22:12:33 GMT

JAKARTA, Indonesia - On the last leg of his weeklong trip to Asia, Deputy Defense Secretary Ash Carter spent two days here visiting defense and government officials, delivering remarks at an international conference, and holding bilateral talks with leaders from nations in the region.

This was Carter’s second trip to Asia since January 2012, when President Barack Obama announced details of the new U.S. defense strategy.

CCP Leads Army Forces During Key Resolve 13

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 22:11:26 GMT

DAEGU, Republic of Korea - The U.S. Army Pacific Contingency Command Post is showing its flexibility and capability during exercise Key Resolve. The CCP deployed March 10 from Fort Shafter, Hawaii, to Camp Walker, Korea, to assume command and control all U.S. Army Forces supporting operations in South Korea during the exercise that runs March 11-21.

S. Korea, U.S. Officials Discuss Sanctions Against Pyongyang (Yonhap News Online)

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 20:34:17 GMT

S. Korea, U.S. Carry Out Naval Drills With Nuclear Attack Submarine (Yonhap News Online)

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 20:33:28 GMT

Top PACOM Enlisted Leader Visits Troops In Korea

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 20:32:28 GMT

WARRIOR BASE, South Korea - The senior enlisted leader of the U.S. Pacific Command is visiting American military personnel participating Exercise Key Resolve in South Korea.

B-52 Flies Mission Over ROK

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 20:31:28 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - As part of the U.S. Pacific Command's Continuous Bomber Presence (CBP), a B-52 Stratofortress deployed to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, conducted a training flight over the Republic of Korea, Mar. 19, 2013, where the aircraft practiced dropping bombs on targets at Pilsung Range. This mission highlights the extended deterrence and conventional capabilities of the B-52 while participating in exercises such as Foal Eagle. This flight demonstrated one of the many capabilities available for the defense of the ROK.

India, Bangladesh To Hold Talks On Border Security(Khabar Online)

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 19:55:26 GMT

DPM Teo Chee Hean To Visit Thailand To Reaffirm Bilateral Ties (Channel NewsAsia Online)

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 19:54:40 GMT

Six Partner Nations To Join Balikatan Exercises This Year (Manila Times Online)

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 19:53:39 GMT

Marty's Visit To Bangladesh Aimed At Enhancing Bilateral Ties (Antara News Online)

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 19:52:50 GMT

Yongsan Visits Good Neighbor: Ministry of National Defense

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 19:51:59 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, Republic of Korea -- Leaders from U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan, South Korea, visited the Republic of Korea's Ministry of National Defense (MND) Service Support Group to strengthen the friendship and alliance between the R.O.K. and U.S. here, March 12.

The MND Service Support Group has enriched various events for the Yongsan community, including the Korean-American Friendship Concert, Lunar New Year's Reception and the Fall Festival by providing its National Honor Guard and Orchestra teams.

New Battle Simulation Center Goes Into Operation For Annual drills (Yonhap News)

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 18:32:08 GMT

(2nd LD) John Kerry To Visit Seoul Next Month (Yonhap News)

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 18:31:18 GMT

Eighth Army Tackles Vital Mission During Exercise

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 18:30:10 GMT

PM Meets With Thai, Myanmar Leaders At Regional Convention

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 20:46:43 GMT

Thais, Lao Ink New Bridge Deal (Bangkok Post Online)

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 20:45:45 GMT

Eighth Army Tackles Vital Mission During Exercise

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 20:44:58 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - The U.S. Army's top operational command in Korea is training for its primary mission as a combined and joint task force headquarters during Exercise Key Resolve 2013.

Eighth Army transitioned from its previous role as an Army Service Component Command, or ASCC, to a Field Army in early 2012.

U.S. Army Pacific assumed Eighth Army's ASCC role as part of Pacific integration.

Eighth Army will operate out of a mobile command post during the annual computer simulation exercise, which is being held from March 11-21.

PH, US Forces To Begin 'Balikatan' April 5 (ABS-CBN Online)

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 20:54:20 GMT

Navy Deploys 2,000 More Rangers (Bangkok Post Online)

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 20:53:27 GMT

"New phase" For China-US Ties：Obama's Security Adviser (China News)

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 20:52:29 GMT

Myanmar, India Launch Joint Naval Exercises (Mizzima Online)

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 23:11:29 GMT

Vietnam, Thailand To Boost Military Ties (VOV5)

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 23:10:37 GMT

Singapore, Brunei Navies Conduct Bilateral Exercise (Channel News Asia)

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 23:08:50 GMT

Vietnamese, Russian Legislatures Agree To Strengthen Partnership (Viet Nam News Online)

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 23:07:49 GMT

U.S., Filipino Service Members Complete School Building During PACANGEL

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 23:06:03 GMT

PAMPLONA, Philippines - U.S. and Filipino service members officially presented a completed elementary school workshop building to the school's principal March 9, here.

Operation Pacific Angel-Philippines engineers started the building's renovations March 3.

Navy's First Littoral Combat Ship Visits Pearl Harbor

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 23:01:47 GMT

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii - The Navy's first littoral combat ship USS Freedom (LCS 1) arrived at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam March 11. The ultra- modern U.S. Navy ship, bearing a four-color camouflage combination of flat black, haze gray, haze white and ocean gray, arrived at Pearl Harbor after departing her homeport of San Diego to deploy to the Asia-Pacific region. Following a brief port visit, USS Freedom will deploy to Southeast Asia and Singapore for approximately eight months. Marking the first of many planned rotational deployments to the Western Pacific for the new LCS platform, Freedom will conduct maritime security operations with regional partners and allies.

North Korea Nullifies Armistice, Key Resolve Kicks Off (Defense.Gov)

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 19:36:43 GMT

US Bases Pause To Remember Japan Tsunami Victims (Stars and Stripes)

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 19:35:46 GMT

Top U.S. Admiral Cites Climate Change, Not China, As Biggest Pacific Security Threat (Washington Times)

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 19:34:39 GMT

Japan Begins Operating New Tsunami Warning System (NHK World)

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 20:34:16 GMT

Russia To Help Train Vietnamese Navy (Thanh Nien)

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 20:33:17 GMT

Marines, Sailors Continue Building Relations In Sendai

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 20:32:22 GMT

SENDAI, Miyagi, Japan - More than 40 Marines and sailors with Alpha Battery visited a facility for people with intellectual disabilities and distributed donated gifts to schools and orphanages surrounding the Ojojihara Maneuver Area in Miyagi prefecture, Japan, March 1-2 at the conclusion of Artillery Relocation Training Program 12-4.

India To Raise 30,000 Troops For Border With China: Antony (Indian Express)

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 19:25:53 GMT

Russia To Get Military Special Operations Unit (RIANovost)

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 19:24:29 GMT

Friendship Talks With China Eyed (Japan Times)

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 19:22:43 GMT

Former US Official Says Taiwan Should Strive For Good Relations With Japan (Japan Daily Press)

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 20:17:00 GMT

Multi-faceted Ties With Russia To Be Enhanced, Including Military (Viet Nam News Online)

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 20:15:07 GMT

Statement by the Press Secretary on the visit of Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei Darussalam to the White House (WhiteHouse.gov)

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 20:12:52 GMT

Blue Ridge Arrives in Hong Kong

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 20:19:29 GMT

HONG KONG - U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) and the embarked staff arrived in Hong Kong March 1 for a port visit.

USS Freedom Departs for 8-Month Deployment to Asia Friday (Imperial Beach Patch)

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 20:18:58 GMT

Seventh Air Force Participates in Foal Eagle Exercise 2013

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 20:18:29 GMT

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - Units from Seventh Air Force, Fifth Air Force and the Republic of Korea Air Force will participate in the air component portion of Exercise Foal Eagle March 4-8. Foal Eagle fosters bi-lateral aerial training based on realistic requirements and missions expected of ROK and U.S. forces here on the Korean Peninsula.

Japan, U.S. Begin Command Post Exercise during Forest Light 13-3 (DVIDS)

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 20:17:57 GMT

U.S., South Korea Launch Major Joint Exercises (Defense News)

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 20:17:10 GMT

Salvage Crews Break Up US Navy Ship in Philippines (Global Post)

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 20:16:42 GMT

Indian Security Forces Destroy 49 Acres Of Opium Fields (Mizzima)

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 20:16:13 GMT

Amphibious Group 11 Hosts Royal Thai Navy for Completion of Cobra Gold 2013

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 20:24:25 GMT

USS BONHOMME RICHARD, At Sea - Commander, Amphibious Squadron ELEVEN, Capt. Cathal O'Connor hosted six Royal Thai Navy (RTN) officers aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6), as part of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group's completion of exercise Cobra Gold 2013 (CG 13), Feb. 22.

Singapore and Malaysian Navies Conduct Bilateral Maritime Exercise (Asia One)

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 20:23:50 GMT

Bonhomme Richard ARG Completes Cobra Gold 2013

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 20:23:15 GMT

USS BONHOMME RICHARD, At Sea - Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) completed the multinational, joint exercise Cobra Gold 2013 (CG 13), Feb. 22.

Japanese Maritime Forces' Chief on India Visit (Press Trust of India)

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 20:22:43 GMT

Qld Cops Seize Drugs Worth $2.5m (Nine MSN)

Mon, 25 Feb 2013 20:21:51 GMT

U.S. Army Pacific Executes Premier Staff Planning Exercise

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 20:44:41 GMT

CHIANG MAI PROVINCE, Kingdom of Thailand - Thirteen nations are participating in a staff planning exercise as part of exercise Cobra Gold 2013, from Feb. 11 to Feb. 22, in Chiang Mai province, Kingdom of Thailand.

pending Cuts Would Cause Chaos, Carter Says (U.S. DoD)

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 20:44:10 GMT

South Korea-based Unit Participates in Cobra Gold

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 20:43:45 GMT

PHITSANULOK, Thailand - Soldiers from the 1st Armored Brigade Combat Team have traded in their usual frozen mountain training ranges in South Korea for the balmy jungles of Thailand, during Cobra Gold 2013.

PH Navy Deploys Vessels, Aircraft to Sulu Sea Amid Sabah Standoff (Inquirer)

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 20:43:14 GMT

31st MEU, Thai Reconnaissance Marines Free-fall for fellowship (DVIDS)

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 20:42:54 GMT

U.S. Marines Hurt in Helicoper Crash (The Nation)

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 20:42:33 GMT

S. Korea, U.S. to Conduct Annual Joint Military Drills Next Month (NZweek)

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 20:41:51 GMT

Sequestration (U.S. DoD)

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 20:41:20 GMT

USARPAC Command Post Exercises Its Capabilities during Cobra Gold 2013

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 20:53:11 GMT

CHIANG MAI PROVINCE, Kingdom of Thailand - As a rapidly deployable headquarters element, U.S. Army Pacific's Contingency Command Post, based at Fort Shafter, Hawaii, is capable of providing command and control of small-scale contingency operations at any location throughout the Asia-Pacific region.

Panetta Notifies Congress DOD Preparing for Furloughs (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 20:52:40 GMT

31st MEU Executes Amphibious Assault Alongside Royal Thai Marines

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 20:52:13 GMT

HAT YAO, Kingdom of Thailand - Drenched in salty water, more than a dozen amphibious assault vehicles cut through the white sand and climb their way out of the surf. Steel doors on the rear of the vehicle steadily lower, revealing scores of United States and Royal Thai Marines prepared for a fight.

U.S. Marines, Thai Army Medical Personnel Work Hand-in-Hand for Field Surgery (DVIDS)

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 20:51:40 GMT

Panetta Issues Message to DOD Workforce on Sequestration

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 20:51:06 GMT

WASHINGTON - With major, across-the-board defense spending cuts scheduled to take effect March 1, Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta today issued a message to the Defense Department workforce.

PHL to Push Through with UN Arbitration Despite China's Rejection (GMA News)

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 20:50:33 GMT

A Week After Quake, Solomon Islands Need Support

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 20:34:35 GMT

PNG To Increase Military Strength Five-Fold

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 20:33:41 GMT

Vietnam Gravely Concerned Over DPRK's Nuclear Test

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 20:32:44 GMT

US $1.56 Billion For Modernization Indonesian Army

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 20:31:27 GMT

Police Arrest Human Trafficker

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 20:29:32 GMT

Obama Condemns North Korean Nuclear Test

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 20:54:45 GMT

Russia Insists N. Korea Should Abandon Missile And Nuclear Programs

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 20:52:35 GMT

Australia Condemns North Korea Nuclear Test

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 20:51:13 GMT

Korea, Southeast Asia explore deepening ties

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 20:49:06 GMT

Abe Seeks China Talks To Heal Ties

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 20:47:54 GMT

Bonhomme Richard Departs for 7th Fleet Operations, Cobra Gold

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 19:42:52 GMT

SASEBO, Japan - Forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6), flagship of the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) departed Jan. 24, for a deployment in the 7th Fleet area of operations.

U.S. Marine Osprey Squadron to Train with Philippine Air Force (DVIDS)

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 19:42:31 GMT

Student Ambassadors Visit Eighth Army Headquarters

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 19:42:03 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - Korean college students had a unique opportunity to learn about Eighth Army. Eighth Army hosted the 18 students who have been selected to be Korea-U.S. Student Goodwill Ambassadors here, Jan. 23.

PM Says Bangladesh to Buy 1st Submarines (Defense News)

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 19:40:48 GMT

Russia Hopes To Settle Territorial Dispute Calmly (NHK World)

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 19:40:21 GMT

9/11 Decade Over: Defense Focus On Cyber Security (Canberra Times)

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 19:39:58 GMT

Osan Community Donates Competition Medals to Korean Hospital Patients

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:34:58 GMT

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - Being fit to fight is one of the primary qualifications and most important aspects of being in the armed forces. Some members take that challenge to another level, participating in marathons, triathlons and other physically demanding competitions.

Bilateral Exercises between Indian and US Navies (Times of India)

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:33:52 GMT

Frank Cable Sailors Make Impression on Saipan Communities

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:33:22 GMT

SAIPAN - Sailors assigned to the submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) concluded a week-long series of community service (COMSERV) projects, Jan. 16.

Australian Strategic Policy Chief Seeks to Build Asian Alliances (National Affairs)

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:32:54 GMT

Park's Delegation to China Explains N. Korea Policy (KBS World)

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:32:28 GMT

Gov't, Moro Islamic Liberation Front Resume Peace Talks in Malaysia (Philippine Star)

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:31:50 GMT

Cyber War, China 'Key to Security', Says Julia Gillard (Australian Online)

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:31:19 GMT

Westphal: Regional Partnerships Critical to Pacific Rebalance

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 20:10:44 GMT

FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii - Under Secretary of the Army Joseph Westphal, Ph.D., visited Fort Shafter, Hawaii, Jan. 13-14, to meet with members of Headquarters, U.S. Army Pacific to discuss recent Army developments in the Pacific region.

Indian Navy Gets Its Most Sophisticated P8-I Maritime Aircraft (India TV News)

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 20:10:14 GMT

Demonstrating U.S. Commitment to the Asia-Pacific Region (DipNote Blog)

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 20:09:52 GMT

Indonesia, UK to Strengthen Defense Ties - Jakarta Post (Maritime Security Asia)

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 20:09:28 GMT

Japan, Vietnam Agree To Solve Disputes By Law (NHK World)

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 20:09:04 GMT

China Arrests Traffickers of N.Korean Women (The Chosunilbo)

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 20:08:38 GMT

U.S. Deploys Raptor Stealth Fighters to Okinawa (Global Research)

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 01:50:14 GMT

US to Continue Maritime Partnership (bdnews 24)

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 01:28:32 GMT

Army Chief of Staff Visits Dragon Brigade in South Korea

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 01:27:36 GMT

OSAN AIR BASE, South Korea - The U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Raymond Odierno presented coins to Soldiers from the 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade "Dragons" here, Jan. 11, recognizing their various accomplishments.

Abe's ASEAN Tour Stresses Regional Tension (Global Times)

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 01:27:12 GMT

Thailand Seeks Talks on South China Sea (Bangkok Post)

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 01:26:47 GMT

U.S. Delegation Seeks To Calm Spats Between Japan, South Korea (Reuters)

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 01:26:11 GMT

Open Asian Market Vessels, UAVs Sought For Coastal Security (Defense News)

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 01:25:44 GMT

Army Helicopters Aid Stranded Oil Rig

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 20:56:03 GMT

KODIAK, Alaska - The Royal Dutch Shell Arctic drilling rig Kulluk Salvage was hit with a storm New Years Eve that ran it onto an Alaska island and caused a power outage. The Kulluk is a circular drill barge that does not have propulsion, and needed heavy equipment to restore operational power. The U.S. Army 1st Battalion, 52nd Aviation Regiment, out of Fort Wainwright, Alaska, was able to support the civilian operations as well as military.

Panetta: Fiscal Crisis Poses Biggest Immediate Threat to DOD (U.S. DoD)

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 20:55:33 GMT

Odierno Meets Frontline Soldiers in South Korea

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 20:55:07 GMT

CAMP CASEY, South Korea - The U.S. Army's top uniformed leader visited American Soldiers who serve close to the world's most heavily armed border, Jan. 10 - 11.

Abe To Seek Mutually-Beneficial Ties With China (NHK World Online)

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 20:54:34 GMT

Army's Top General Visits the 2nd Infantry Division (DVIDS)

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 20:54:12 GMT

Tokyo, Manila Step Closer as Tensions Rise in Asia (Sydney Morning Herald)

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 20:53:48 GMT

Army Chiefs Of S. Korea, U.S. Agree To Strengthen Alliance (Yonhap News Online)

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 20:53:18 GMT

Why Japan's New Nationalist Leader Is The Right Man To Ease Tensions With China (Worldcrunch)

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 20:39:37 GMT

Google’s Schmidt Calls on North Korea to End Internet Ban (Bloomberg)

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 20:37:36 GMT

3rd MEB Resumes Role As Alert Contingency MAGTF (DVIDS)

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 20:36:56 GMT

Phl, Japan Enhance Maritime Cooperation (The Philippine Star)

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 20:36:04 GMT

General Thanks Gangnam for Supporting U.S. Troops

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 19:43:58 GMT

SEOUL, Republic of Korea - The Eighth Army deputy commanding general for operations thanked the citizens of Seoul's Gangnam District for their support of the Republic of Korea-United States Alliance.

Marines, Navy, Guam Police Hold Exercise (Saipan Tribune)

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 19:43:12 GMT

India, Vietnam To Bolster Cooperation During Deputy Prime Minister's Three-Day Visit (Yahoo News)

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 19:42:49 GMT

Asean Seeks South China Sea Talks (Bangkok Post)

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 19:42:14 GMT

Indonesia Speeds up Military Modernization (NZweek)

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 19:41:49 GMT

Three Chinese Navy Ships Visit Vietnam (Maritime Security Asia)

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 19:41:21 GMT

Indonesia Foils Terror Plot on Tourist Spots: Police (The Australian News)

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 19:40:59 GMT

Navy Implements Changes to Inspection and Survey Program

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 20:24:47 GMT

NORFOLK, Va. - The president of the Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV) rolled out major changes to the frequency and grading method of the INSURV program effective Jan. 1.

India, China to Expand Areas of Dialogue (Maritime Security Asia)

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 20:24:12 GMT

The U.S. Strategy On China - Analysis (Eurasia Review)

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 20:23:48 GMT

Sattahip Naval Base Celebrates 90th Anniversary (Pattaya Mail)

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 20:22:54 GMT

Myanmar President Meets Japanese Deputy Prime Minister (People's Daily)

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 20:22:31 GMT

Envoy to Meet with Top Obama Aide on WWII Veterans' Benefits (Malaya Business Insight)

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 20:22:08 GMT

Philippines Readies for Increased US Presence (Voice of America)

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 20:47:57 GMT

US 7th Fleet Band Performs Yuletide Concert in Yokosuka (DVIDS)

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 20:46:50 GMT

Philippines, US Military Chiefs to Meet Thursday (Phil STAR)

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 20:45:40 GMT

Dellosa, Locklear to Tackle Security Issues (Inquirer)

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 20:44:16 GMT

Medical Exchange Gives Japanese Insight on U.S. Medical Operations

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 20:41:43 GMT

CAMP SENDAI, Japan - While the primary mission for the 94th Combat Support Hospital during Yama Sakura 63 was to provide level-one medical care for the exercise participants, leaders also recognized the opportunity to build personal relationships with their Japanese counterparts. The 94th Combat Support Hospital conducted a medical exchange, giving students of the Japanese Ground Self Defense Force nursing school an insight on U.S. medical operations.

Statement from NSC Spokesman Tommy Vietor on North Korea’s Missile Launch (White House)

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 18:49:48 GMT

U.S. Approves Upgrades of Japan's Aegis Missile Systems (Reuters)

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 17:16:10 GMT

Fleet Lifting Some Drinking Restrictions on Sailors in Japan (Stars and Stripes)

Wed, 12 Dec 2012 17:15:46 GMT

Cyber Defense Take Center Stage at Yama Sakura

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 20:47:37 GMT

CAMP SENDAI, Japan - Yama Sakura is a bilateral training exercise between U.S. Army and Japanese Ground Self Defense Forces in order to enhance cooperation procedures during contingency operations. While this exercise is primarily for command posts, it is also an opportunity to teach U.S. forces and its allies about a new type of warfare currently being waged through computers, smartphones and many other sources of communication.

U.S. Gives $3M More for Pablo Victims (Phil STAR)

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 20:47:10 GMT

USS Emory S. Land Brings Spirit to Boys Town

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 20:46:39 GMT

SEMBAWANG NAVAL BASE, Singapore - Sailors assigned to submarine tender USS Emory S. Land (AS 39) joined youths from local organization 'Boys Town' on the fields of Sembawang Naval Base, Singapore during a Community Service project (COMSERV) to participate in a variety of sports activities, December 05.

Japan Remains on Alert Against North Korean Rocket Launch (Business Line)

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 20:46:05 GMT

Top Korean Army Officer Tours Geospatial Commands

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 20:45:34 GMT

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii - Exchanging information and learning from each other is vital to stay current and ahead of the curve in any area of business, technology, education and life.

Philippines Eyes Greater US Military Presence (ABS-CBN News)

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 20:45:05 GMT

Pacific Commitment: Army Ramps up Training, Deployment, Exercises on the Western Horizon (Army Times)

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 20:44:33 GMT

8th Theater Sustainment Command HQ Plans, Loads Cargo for C-17

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 22:18:15 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - As the Army moves away from its constant deployment cycle and transitions to a more expeditionary force, Soldiers of the 8th Special Troops Battalion, 8th Theater Sustainment Command, are taking another step in that direction by having a plan set in place that would rapidly and effectively deploy the 8th TSC headquarters.

China, DFA Welcome Appointment of Basilio as New PH Envoy to China (Global Nation)

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 22:17:36 GMT

Govt Eyes U.S. Info for Alert on Launch (Daily Yomiuri)

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 22:17:11 GMT

Marines, Singapore Guardsmen Share Warrior Spirit, Combat Experience during Exercise Valiant Mark (DVIDS)

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 22:16:48 GMT

Vietnam, Japan hold 3rd strategic partnership dialogue in Hanoi (New Horizon)

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 22:16:25 GMT

India, Pakistan hope to become full-fledged SCO members (NZweek)

Wed, 05 Dec 2012 22:15:56 GMT

USNS Salvor Supports JPAC Mission off Papua New Guinea

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 21:01:26 GMT

SINGAPORE - Military Sealift Command rescue and salvage ship USNS Salvor (T-ARS 52) is deployed to Papua New Guinea’s New Britain island looking for missing U.S. aircraft from World War II.

China Considering Attending U.S.-hosted Military Exercise (Reuters)

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 21:00:26 GMT

United Nations (UN) Command Celebrates the 67th Anniversary of the UN in Japan

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 20:59:57 GMT

Vietnam, Brunei Issue Joint Statement (Vietnam Net)

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 20:59:34 GMT

USS George Washington Welcomes Japan Friendship Association

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 20:59:02 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - Representatives from the Japan and U.S. Navy Friendship Association (JANAFA) visited the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) Nov. 29.

Historic Landing Begins Forager Fury 2012 (DVIDS)

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 20:58:36 GMT

ASEAN Chief: South China Sea Risks Becoming 'Asia's Palestine' (CNN)

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 20:58:12 GMT

USS Michael Murphy to Arrive at Hawaii Homeport

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 21:00:16 GMT

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii - The Navy's newest guided-missile destroyer, USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112), will arrive at its new homeport of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Nov. 21.

US Policy Aims at Asia-Pacific Balance: Representative (Taipei Times)

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 20:59:50 GMT

USS George Washington Returns to Yokosuka after 2012 Patrol

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 20:59:01 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - The U.S. Navy's only forward-deployed aircraft carrier returned from the second half of its 2012 patrol to its homeport of Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan Nov. 20.

USS Frank Cable Completes Weapons Transfer

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 20:58:21 GMT

POLARIS POINT, Guam Â - The submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) completed weapons transfers with the Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723) while moored outboard, Nov. 16.

Exercise Vigilant Pacific 2012

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 20:57:15 GMT

FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii - Recently there have been multiple styles of foreign uniforms seen on Fort Shafter. Representatives from Australia, New Zealand, and Canada, as well as Soldiers from U.S. Army Pacific and the 500th Military Intelligence Brigade, executed Exercise Vigilant Pacific Nov. 1 -- 8 operating out of Fort Shafter, Hawaii.

Showcasing Amphibious Landing; Exercise Keen Sword 2013 Concludes (DVIDS)

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 20:56:06 GMT

Obama to Offer $170 Million in Myanmar Aid (Focus IA)

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 20:55:11 GMT

Marine Donates Bone Marrow for Stranger

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 20:53:37 GMT

CAMP FOSTER, Okinawa, Japan - In the midst of recruit training, Pvt. Enrique Gallardo was given a form to sign in January of 2010 — a form that, while similar in appearance to countless others that had passed in front of Gallardo, would be very significant in the Marine's future.

Obama Extends US Influence with Historic Burma Visit (Sydney Morning Herald)

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 20:36:23 GMT

Greeneville Visits Singapore during Western Pacific Deployment

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 20:35:50 GMT

SINGAPORE - The Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Greeneville (SSN 772) arrived in Singapore Nov. 19, for a visit as part of its deployment to the Western Pacific.

India, Philippines Hold Bilateral Talks at Asean (Inquirer)

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 20:35:26 GMT

Red Cloud Soldiers Help Guards at Range

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 20:34:53 GMT

NORTH STAR RANGE, South Korea - The men and women who guard the gates of Area I installations gained added confidence in the use of their 9 mm pistols thanks to a two-day firing event held for them by Soldiers based at Camp Red Cloud earlier this fall.

US Destroyer Docks in Manila Bay (GULF News)

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 20:34:18 GMT

Kadena Special Olympics Brings Okinawan Communities, U.S. Military Together

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 20:33:38 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - Although 13 years and innumerable participants have come and gone since the first Kadena Special Olympics, one special-needs athlete has remained a constant competitor for the past half decade.

Obama Meets with Cambodia's Longtime 'Strongman' (News OK)

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 20:33:06 GMT

China Looks to Constructive U.S. Role in Asia-Pacific (Xinhuanet)

Mon, 19 Nov 2012 20:32:45 GMT

Exercise Keen Sword 2013 Kicks Off With JSDF Embark Aboard The George Washington

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 20:12:54 GMT

PHILIPPINE SEA - The U.S. Navy’s forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) is hosting Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Rear Adm. Ryo Sakai, commander, Escort Flotilla 1, and members of his staff, while the George Washington Carrier Strike Group participates in Keen Sword 2013.

U.S.-Australia Alliance Bolsters Regional Security, Prosperity (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 20:12:21 GMT

Pacific Fleet Commander Visits U.S. Army, Pacific Contingency Command Post

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 20:11:27 GMT

FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii - Commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet, Fleet Adm. Cecil Haney, visited the U.S. Army Pacific Contingency Command Post to get a first-hand look at their operations and capabilities, on Fort Shafter, Hawaii, Nov. 7.

Maritime Security, Trade on PM's East Asia, ASEAN Summit Agenda (Maritime Security Asia)

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 20:10:46 GMT

U.S. to Locate Key Space Systems in Australia (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 20:09:55 GMT

Military Musicians Unite in the Land of the Rising Sun

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 20:08:01 GMT

CAMP ZAMA, Japan - Military musicians from all over U.S. Army Pacific united to perform in the largest military marching band festival in Japan. Members from 9th Army Band in Alaska, 8th Army Band in Korea and the 25th Infantry Division Band in Hawaii joined the U.S. Army Japan Band to form a 67-member marching band, dubbed the U.S. Army Pacific Band, to perform during the Japan Self Defense Force Marching Band Festival being held 16 and 17 November at the Nippon Budokan arena.

US Must Remain Neutral in South and East China Seas (China Daily)

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 20:06:53 GMT

Maintaining a Balance in Asia (The Japan Times)

Wed, 14 Nov 2012 20:06:25 GMT

Bilateral Keen Sword Exercise Begins

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 19:56:01 GMT

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan - Airmen from across Misawa Air Base are teaming up with their Japan Air Self-Defense Force counterparts in support of a Japan-wide, two week long exercise that will run from Nov. 5-16, 2012.

US Leader Visits ADF in Darwin (The Australian Government)

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 19:55:22 GMT

Smith Talks Up Perth Base for US Navy (WAToday)

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 19:54:52 GMT

Panetta: Rebalance to Asia-Pacific Region Shows Early Progress

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 19:54:31 GMT

U.S. Military Chief Visits DMZ, Says Alliance Changing (Current News)

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 19:54:09 GMT

Asia Trips Highlight Obama Policy (Current News)

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 19:53:47 GMT

Panetta's Asia-Pacific Trip Seeks to Broaden Rebalance (US DoD)

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 19:53:23 GMT

New Submarine Arrives on Guam (GUAMPDN)

Tue, 13 Nov 2012 19:52:52 GMT

Myanmar welcomes Obama's historic visit (The Hindu)

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 22:10:20 GMT

Japan, U.S. to start review of defense guidelines (The Japan Times)

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 22:09:50 GMT

India, UK discuss defence, counter-terrorism; to hold talks on cyber crime threats (The Economic Times)

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 22:09:23 GMT

Canadian PM arrives in Manila Friday night for 3-day visit (Inquirer)

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 22:08:59 GMT

Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta set to visit Australia (Examiner)

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 22:08:35 GMT

Panetta Aims to Fortify Alliances on Asia-Pacific Tour (U.S. DoD)

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 22:07:59 GMT

Osan Colonel Receives Bronze Star Medal

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 22:07:36 GMT

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - The Bronze Star Medal is awarded to personnel in any branch of the military service who distinguished themselves by heroic or meritorious achievement or service in connection with military operations against an armed enemy.

President Proclaims Nov. 11 as Veterans Day (U.S. DoD)

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 02:43:25 GMT

US, Japanese soldiers unite through English (DVIDS)

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 02:43:00 GMT

Marines arrive at Camp Fuji (DVIDS)

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 02:42:41 GMT

Boosting China Military Ties Australian Priority, Carr Says (Bloomberg)

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 02:42:15 GMT

US restarts efforts to move Okinawa Marines to Guam (Stars & Stripes)

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 02:41:47 GMT

PH, US exercises to continue ensuring free navigation in Spratlys area – Palace (Inquirer)

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 02:41:17 GMT

Locklear, Regional Military Leaders Seek Closer Cooperation (U.S. DoD)

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 02:40:51 GMT

NMCB 5 Launches Air Detachment in Support of Super Storm Sandy Recovery Efforts

Fri, 09 Nov 2012 02:40:12 GMT

NAVAL BASE PORT HUENEME, Calif. - Naval Mobile Construction Battalion FIVE (NMCB 5) launched an Air Detachment of 110 Seabees on Nov. 4 to aid in relief and recovery efforts on the East Coast following the devastation caused by Super Storm Sandy Oct. 30.

Pakistan Alive to Emerging Importance of Indian Ocean: Gen Wynne (Associated Press of Pakistan)

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 03:05:37 GMT

NZ Signs a Significant Agreement with the US (VOXY)

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 03:04:49 GMT

CoAS Rana Hobnobs with Counterparts Down Under (The Himalayan)

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 03:04:03 GMT

ROKA generals visit USARC

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 03:02:54 GMT

FORT BRAGG, N.C. - Republic of Korea Army generals visited the U.S. Army Reserve Command headquarters, here, Nov. 5 and 6 for the second time this year to find out more about the capabilities of America's warrior-citizens.

U.S. Navy, Royal Brunei Armed Forces Begin CARAT Brunei

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 19:27:17 GMT

MUARA, Brunei - The U.S. Navy and Royal Brunei Armed Forces marked the official commencement of the 18th Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Brunei exercise with an opening ceremony at Muara Naval Base Nov. 5, a day after the guided-missile frigate USS Reuben James (FFG 57) pulled into port.

Japan Looks for Security Alliance with India (The Times of India)

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 19:26:47 GMT

Hawaii Stryker Unit Lifts Off for Air Assault

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 19:26:06 GMT

AIBANO TRAINING AREA, Japan - Soldiers with the 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, from Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, assembled with members of the 33rd Infantry Regiment, 10th Division, Middle Army, Japan Ground Self Defense Force, to engage in its first day of air assault training Oct. 29, during Orient Shield 12.

Barksdale Airmen Join 36th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 19:25:26 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - The 36th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, comprised of members from the 96th Expeditionary Aircraft Maintenance Unit from Barksdale Air Force Base, La., is supporting the 96th Expeditionary Bomber Squadron, also from Barksdale AFB, here during their deployment.

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Mon, 05 Nov 2012 19:24:57 GMT

US, ROK Air Forces Send Clear Message during Max Thunder

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 19:24:27 GMT

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - From Oct. 25 to Nov. 2, the Wolf Pack flew day and night missions side by side with the Republic of Korea Air Force during exercise Max Thunder 12-2.

Hong Kong Families Host Tortuga Sailors (DVIDS)

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 19:22:17 GMT

Bonhomme Richard Sailors, Marines Lend Helping Hands in Hong Kong

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 22:31:52 GMT

HONG KONG - Sailors and Marines from the forward deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) visited the Hang Seng Management College during a community service project Nov. 1.

India, US to Hold Joint Military Exercise in 2013 (The Nation)

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 22:31:11 GMT

Soldiers, Japan Ground Self Defense Force Members Have Blast during Orient Shield

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 21:31:34 GMT

AIBANO TRAINING AREA, Japan - Coordinates are barked out and then quickly echoed by a group eager to display their expertise. Like a surgeon calling for an instrument of precision, the team leader calls for his weapon of choice. The command to drop is followed by reverberating blasts in the distance. Plumes of smoke reveal the deadly accuracy and effectiveness of the mortar teams of 1st Battalion, 14th Infantry Regiment, Monday, during Orient Shield 12 at Aibano Training Area, Shiga Prefecture, Japan.

The Australia–U.S. Alliance and Leadership in the Asia–Pacific (Heritage Foundation)

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 21:31:07 GMT

Deployed F-15 Unit Keeps Alaskan, Canadian Skies Safe

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 21:30:35 GMT

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska - Every service member knows being ready at a moment's notice is part of the job. However, not every service member mans a combat alert cell, ready for the call requiring them to launch a fighter aircraft in minutes. For Airmen of the 44th Expeditionary Fighter Squadron, that's all part of 24/7 duty executing the alert mission.

Orient Shield Exercise Highlights Military’s Focus on ‘Pacific Pivot’ (Stars & Stripes)

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 21:29:59 GMT

US Urges Calm in China, Japan Dispute (Associated Press)

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 21:29:24 GMT

Russia and Japan Try Again for Rapprochement (Asia Times)

Fri, 02 Nov 2012 21:29:00 GMT

ROK National Assembly Visits Osan Air Base

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 21:00:19 GMT

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - Members from the Republic of Korea National Assembly saw firsthand how U.S. and ROK forces work together during an annual ROK National Defense Committee inspection Oct. 15, 2012.

Philippines Trains on US Howitzers at 'PHIBLEX 2013' (IHS)

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 20:59:54 GMT

India Co. BLT 3/5 Trains Along-side with Timor-Leste Defense Force

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 20:59:25 GMT

TIMOR-LESTE - After moving through streams of water and the silent night, the two groups of warriors were prepared to move on to their objective.

VMFA(AW)-242 Conducts Exercise in Philippines (DVIDS)

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 20:58:47 GMT

Korean National Police Tour Yongsan Army Base

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 20:58:19 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, Republic of Korea - U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan invited over 100 Korean National Policemen onto the Army installation in the middle of the city of Seoul to thank the KNPs for their vigilant service to safety here, Oct.15.

India, Indonesia Discuss Joint Training, Co-production (Defense News)

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 20:57:48 GMT

Japan, SKorea, US Agree to Coordinate on NKorea (SFGate)

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 20:56:58 GMT

U.S.-Philippine Alliance Critical to Asia-Pacific, Official Says

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 20:38:08 GMT

USARPAC HAST meet with Tonga National Emergency Management Office

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 20:37:26 GMT

TONGATAPU ISLAND, Kingdom of Tonga - U.S. Army Pacific Soldiers are in Tonga this week taking part in "Coral Reef" a joint-multinational humanitarian assistance and disaster relief exercise primarily designed to test the USARPAC Contingency Command Post's ability to react to a disaster. New Zealand and Australia are also taking part on a limited basis to share their experience in conducting humanitarian assistance, disaster relief operations.

'US-Bangladesh Talks to Facilitate Future Training' (BDNews24)

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 20:36:51 GMT

USS Mustin Arrives in Malaysia for Visit

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 20:36:23 GMT

PORT KLANG, Malaysia - Guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) arrived in Port Klang for a goodwill port visit, Sept. 26.

Panetta Shares Perspectives From Latest Trip (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 20:35:49 GMT

Disaster Response Exercise and Exchange brings together experts to share knowledge and experience (DVIDS)

Wed, 26 Sep 2012 20:35:22 GMT

Vietnamese Air Defense AF Delegation Visits USAF School of Aerospace Medicine

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 21:02:15 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - A delegation of five Vietnamese Air Defense Air Force Senior Leaders, led by Deputy Chief of Staff Senior Colonel Dang Van Trang, made a ground-breaking trip September 10-14 to Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio, and Washington D.C.

Panetta, Xi Welcome Closer U.S.-China Military Relations (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 21:01:47 GMT

36th Wing Provides Consistent Evac Support in Asia-Pacific

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 21:00:15 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - With tsunami threats recently pervading the Asia-Pacific region, the 36th Wing here has been actively exercising its capabilities of providing evacuation support to neighboring bases while simultaneously accommodating some of the largest joint and coalition exercises in the region.

Japan to Participate in PSI led by Korea (Hankyoreh)

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 20:59:41 GMT

USNS Henson Completes Sail Morotai 2012

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 20:58:29 GMT

MOROTAI ISLAND, Indonesia - Military Sealift Command oceanographic survey ship USNS Henson (T-AGS 63), with its embarked scientific staff from the U.S. Naval Oceanographic Office (NAVOCEANO), joined naval ships from Indonesia, Australia and Singapore in a formation exercise near Morotai Island, Indonesia, Sept. 15.

Joint Medical Team Treats More Than 10,000 in Philippine Mission (DVIDS)

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 20:57:55 GMT

Joint Forces to Conduct Valiant Shield Exercise

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 23:42:36 GMT

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii - A U.S. Navy carrier strike group will join a U.S. Air Force expeditionary wing and Marine Corps units for exercise Valiant Shield 2012, Sept. 11- 19, in the vicinity of Guam.

Singapore's Navy Takes Part in Multilateral Exercise (Channel News Asia)

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 23:42:05 GMT

Wolf Pack Defenders Go Virtual to Train

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 23:41:30 GMT

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - One might assume the term "gunship" would most likely be overheard on a documentary for 20th century naval engineering.

USARPAC MEDEX 12 Gives Opportunity for Japanese and US Medics to Train (DVIDS)

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 23:40:49 GMT

U.S. Army Pacific Contingency Command Post Participates in Ulchi Freedom Guardian

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 23:40:18 GMT

DAEGU, Republic of Korea - U.S. Army Pacific Contingency Command Post showed its Theater Army capability in the Republic of Korea Aug 14-30.

Disaster Drill Prepares Japan, US Forces (DVIDS)

Thu, 06 Sep 2012 23:39:47 GMT

Ulchi Freedom Guardian increases readiness

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 20:19:04 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - The U.S. Army's operational-level commander in South Korea said exercise Ulchi Freedom Guardian improved Eighth Army's mission readiness to serve as a joint and combined operational headquarters.

Pacom Exercise Program Integrates Disaster Response Preparation (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 20:18:04 GMT

'Samurai' Spirit Prevails during Medical Exercise 12

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 20:16:37 GMT

SAGAMI DEPOT, Sagamihara, Japan - Soldiers from the 35th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion gathered together last week to support more than 200 active, Reserve and Guard personnel who were taking part in U.S. Army Pacific's 2012 Medical Exercise.

Blue Ridge Concluded Initial Inspection and Readiness Assist Team (DVIDS)

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 20:15:08 GMT

USAHC-SB Soldiers Named 2012 Pacific Regional Medical Command Best Medics

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 20:14:34 GMT

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii - Two of U.S. Army Health Clinic-Schofield Barracks' Medical Company medics took first place in the 2012 Pacific Regional Medical Command Best Medic Competition held Aug. 28-30, here.

Alaska Soldiers Train Down Under (DVIDS)

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 20:13:24 GMT

Registry to Provide Japan Response Radiation Info (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 05 Sep 2012 20:13:02 GMT

Fuji Firepower Demo Shows Off Japanese Defense Force's Weapons, Aircraft Capabilities

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 19:56:45 GMT

GOTEMBA CITY, Japan - The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force displayed its tactical, weapons and aircraft capabilities to the public during the annual Fuji Firepower Demonstration, held Aug. 24 through 26 at the East Fuji Maneuver Area here.

USNS Mercy Arrives in Pearl Harbor (Naval Today)

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 19:56:17 GMT

Frank Cable Arrives in Subic Bay

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 19:55:49 GMT

SUBIC BAY, Republic of Philippines - Submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) arrived in the Republic of the Philippines for some well-deserved liberty, Sept. 3.

Pacific Naval Exercise Fleet 2,000-Personnel Strong Sets Sail (MarineLink)

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 19:55:25 GMT

Andersen and Australian EOD Work Together in Tri-Crab 2012

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 19:54:56 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - Team Andersen's Explosive Ordnance Disposal participated in the biennial multinational EOD exercise Tri-Crab 2012 from Aug. 20-31 on and around Guam.

Blue Ridge Returns to Yokosuka

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 19:53:24 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) returned to Yokosuka, Japan, Sept. 4 after concluding its participation in Ulchi Freedom Guardian 2012 (UFG12).

Pacific Strykers Find Versatile Place to Train in Korea

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 20:34:06 GMT

RODRIGUEZ LIVE FIRE COMPLEX, South Korea - The 1-27th Wolfhound Infantry Battalion, 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division, from Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, which is currently training at Rodriguez Range with 2nd Infantry Division forces, is part of the greater Stryker force in the Pacific region.

Video: Satellite Communications at Pacific Endeavor 2012 (DVIDS)

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 20:33:41 GMT

Sky Dragons Build Lasting Friendship with ROK Army during UFG

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 20:32:49 GMT

CAMP YONGIN, South Korea - The XVIII Airborne Corps "Sky Dragons" were officially greeted by the Third Republic of Korea Army as they launched the beginning of Ulchi Freedom Guardian 2012 here on Aug 24.

NZ Hosting 'Pacific Partnership' Preparation (Voxy)

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 20:32:06 GMT

Kadena 5/6 Club Gives Good to the Less Fortunate

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 20:31:24 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - Getting involved with the local community is one of the main missions for Kadena 5/6 Club and one they have been actively looking to arrange. On a hot Saturday afternoon, the 5/6 Club and local volunteers organized an event to donate and serve food to the less fortunate at Yogi Park in Naha Aug. 18.

Chief of Naval Operations Meets with Japanese Counterpart

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 20:30:29 GMT

WASHINGTON - Adm. Katsutoshi Kawano, chief of staff of the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) visited national capital region naval activities to strengthen maritime partnerships and international relationships Aug. 27-29.

Chinese Military Official meets U.S. Pacific Commander (Xinhua Net)

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 20:29:37 GMT

Military Nurses from Throughout Asia-Pacific Region Exchange Knowledge, Experiences

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 18:53:01 GMT

COLOMBO, Sri Lanka - One hundred fifty three military nursing professionals from throughout the Asia-Pacific region gathered to exchange expertise and strengthen their professional network August 6-10, in Colombo, Sri Lanka.

Center Strives to Build Humanitarian Assistance Preparedness (U.S. DoD

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 18:52:38 GMT

Southeast Asia Cooperation and Training Exercise Begins

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 18:52:07 GMT

CHANGI NAVAL BASE, Singapore - The 10th annual Southeast Asia Cooperation and Training (SEACAT) exercise commenced Aug. 27, with liaison officers from the United States, Brunei, Indonesia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand tracking contacts of interest in a maritime interdiction scenario.

Assistant Secretary of the Navy Visits Japan

Wed, 29 Aug 2012 18:42:27 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - Assistant Secretary of the Navy (ASN)(Manpower and Reserve Affairs), Juan M. Garcia III, kicked off a tour to the region Japan U.S. military installations with a visit to Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) Aug. 27.

US, Southeast Asian Navies begin Annual Joint Exercises (Phil Star)

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 20:09:10 GMT

USS Port Royal Hosts SEAS Tour

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 20:07:19 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - USS Port Royal (CG 73) hosted a tour for 30 high level military, civilian and academic professionals attending the Symposium on East Asia Security (SEAS), Aug. 22.

PHIBRON 11 Deploys for Purposeful Forward Presence

Fri, 10 Aug 2012 19:33:44 GMT

SASEBO, Japan - Amphibious Squadron (PHIBRON) 11, which is permanently embarked aboard USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) and is forward deployed to Sasebo, Japan, commenced a fall deployment if the 7th Fleet area of operations Aug. 10.

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 19:38:23 GMT

U.S. Navy's Hospital Ship to Arrive in Cambodia's Sea Port (CRIENGLISH)

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 19:35:37 GMT

Global Grins Helps Make Smiles for Pacific Partnership 2012

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 19:35:06 GMT

NH, Vietnam - Global Grins has helped bring smiles to thousands of people by donations given to the Pacific Partnership 2012 (PP12) mission to hand out during four mission port visits between May and August this year.

Panetta Salutes Korean War Vets at 59th Armistice Observance (U.S. DoD)

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 19:34:38 GMT

Carter Thanks American Troops in South Korea

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 19:31:36 GMT

CAMP HUMPREYS, South Korea - The U.S. deputy defense secretary wrapped up a 10-day trip to the Asia Pacific region July 26 by meeting with U.S. troops in South Korea.

Thousands of Vietnamese Receive Health Care during Joint, Combined Operation

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 20:43:15 GMT

NGHE AN PROVINCE, Vietnam - A team of approximately 30 U.S. military service members conducted health education clinics for local residents at two schools here June 10-18.

Allies Wage Largest Live-fire Drill Since Korean War (Stars & Stripes)

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 20:42:01 GMT

US, Japanese Defense Officials to Meet to Discuss Osprey Issues

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 20:40:54 GMT

WASHINGTON - Senior Defense Department officials will brief a Japanese delegation at the Pentagon on July 22 on recent incidents involving U.S. MV-22 and CV-22 Osprey aircraft variants, Pentagon Press Secretary George Little said today.

Panetta Accepts Distinguished Public Service Award (U.S. DoD)

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 20:39:50 GMT

NCO Academy Students Lend a Hand to Okinawan Elderly

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 20:38:38 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan -A group of U.S. Air Force Airmen armed with rakes and lawnmowers descended on Ichijoen Elders Home to render some well-deserved lawn care June 16.

Australia Welcomes US-NZ Defence Accord (3 News)

Fri, 22 Jun 2012 20:37:17 GMT

Partnership for Potential CBRN Attacks

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 20:34:23 GMT

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - With the ever-present threat of North Korea so close, Pacific Air Forces and South Korean Airmen constantly train to respond to any potential attacks.

Commander Says Navy Sending Most Advanced Ships and Planes to Pacific (Fox News)

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 20:33:13 GMT

South Korea to Join India-China-Japan Anti-piracy Patrols (News Track India)

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 20:30:39 GMT

USS McCampbell participates in Exercise Pacific Bond 2012

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 20:29:00 GMT

EAST CHINA SEA - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) joined the Japan Maritime Self Defense Force Hatakaze-class destroyer JS Shimakaze (DDG 172) and Royal Australian Navy Anzac-class frigate HMAS Ballarat (FFH 155) to participate in the military exercise Pacific Bond 2012, June 6-7.

Golden Coyote Exercise Underway in the Black Hills (DVIDS)

Tue, 12 Jun 2012 20:27:42 GMT

Bi-lateral Exercise Provides Strong Defense from Surface, Air

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 23:37:41 GMT

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan - American and Japanese military forces partnered to conduct Iron Spear, a weeklong bi-lateral exercise near Misawa Air Base, Japan, June 1 to 8.

US 7th Fleet Band to Perform for International Military Tatto (7th Space)

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 23:37:19 GMT

Yongsan Reaches New Agreement with ROK Air Force Unit

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 23:36:53 GMT

SEOUL AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - After going through numerous negotiations, Col. William P. Huber, garrison commander for U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan, and Col. Kim, Ik-Hyun, base support group commander for 15th Composite Wing, signed an international Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) between the two units here, June 5.

Noy Seeks US Aid for Radar to Monitor Phi Waters (Phil STAR)

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 23:36:06 GMT

Pacific Partnership Surgery Rebuilds Life for Indonesia Baby (America's Navy)

Mon, 11 Jun 2012 23:35:39 GMT

USS New Orleans and USS Pearl Harbor Arrive In Thailand

Tue, 15 May 2012 01:01:03 GMT

PHUKET, Thailand - The amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18), the amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52), along with embarked Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (11th MEU), arrived in Phuket, Thailand May 14, for a scheduled port visit.

U.S. Pacific Fleet - Contributing to Global Operations (Navy Live)

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:59:35 GMT

North Carolina Visits Subic Bay during Western Pacific Deployment

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:58:28 GMT

SUBIC BAY, Republic of the Philippines - The Virginia class fast attack submarine USS North Carolina (SSN 777) arrived at Subic Bay May 13, as part of her Western Pacific deployment.

S. Korea, Australia For Regular Joint Naval Drill (RTT News)

Tue, 15 May 2012 00:55:34 GMT

USS Blue Ridge Sailors Work to Sustain Indonesian Partnership

Sat, 12 May 2012 01:04:35 GMT

Sailors from 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), embarked 7th Fleet staff and Marines assigned to Fleet Antiterrorism Security Team Pacific arrived in Jakarta for a port visit, strengthening bonds between the American and Indonesian navies and governments, May 11.

Blue Ridge was last in Jakarta April 2010, establishing goodwill and maintaining relationships throughout the region. During this port visit, Blue Ridge intends to do the same through community service, sporting events with host country nationals and interacting with the community.

"The USS Freedom will deploy to Singapore for 10 months in spring 2013," Navy Lieutenant Katie Cerezo said in an email to AFP.

US Navy to deploy new warship to Singapore in 2013

Sat, 12 May 2012 01:03:15 GMT

The first in a new class of US Navy combat ships will be sent to Singapore next year for a 10-month deployment, an official said Friday, as the US moves to expand its Asia-Pacific presence.

"The USS Freedom will deploy to Singapore for 10 months in spring 2013," Navy Lieutenant Katie Cerezo said in an email to AFP.

USS George Washington Kicks Off Sea Trials

Sat, 12 May 2012 01:00:23 GMT

USS George Washington (CVN 73) departed Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Japan, May 12 to conduct sea trials in preparation for the ship's next patrol.

George Washington sailed from its Truman Bay pier into open waters to begin a certification process that will ensure the ship, its equipment and crew are ready for extended periods at sea.

Marines Arrive For Shooting Match

Sat, 12 May 2012 00:57:52 GMT

Marines with III Marine Expeditionary Force combat shooting detachment began firing during the Australian Army Skills at Arms Meeting 2012 here May 7.

In its 25th iteration, the AASAM is a multilateral event allowing U.S. service members to exchange skills, tactics, techniques and procedures with members of the Australian Army and members of 14 other international militaries in friendly competition.

Panetta: U.S. Leadership Needed in Law of the Sea Convention (U.S. DoD)

Thu, 10 May 2012 20:51:11 GMT

Blue Ridge Sailors Tour HMAS Ballarat

Thu, 10 May 2012 20:50:33 GMT

USS BLUE RIDGE, At Sea - Sailors assigned to U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) toured the Australian Anzac-class Frigate HMAS Ballarat (FFH-155) May 9.

U.S. Plans 10-Month Warship Deployment to Singapore (Reuters)

Thu, 10 May 2012 20:50:08 GMT

374th Airlift Wing at Yokota Receives Outstanding Rating during Command Cyber Readiness Inspection

Thu, 10 May 2012 20:49:35 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - The 374th Airlift Wing at Yokota received two "outstanding" ratings during their Command Cyber Readiness Inspection held April 30 - May 4.

Floating Navy Hospital Docks at Pearl Harbor (Hawaii News Now)

Thu, 10 May 2012 20:48:53 GMT

22 Nations Gear Up for RIMPAC Exercises in Isles (Stars & Stripes)

Thu, 10 May 2012 20:48:02 GMT

Eighth Army Commanding General Addresses Korean Military Academy

Wed, 02 May 2012 22:18:37 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - The Eighth Army commanding general called South Korea an "amazing ally" during an address to the Korean Military Academy in Seoul, May 2.

Singapore Seeks F-15SG Pilot Training Worth $435 Million (DefPro News)

Wed, 02 May 2012 22:18:05 GMT

Secretary of the Air Force Visits Osan Airmen

Wed, 02 May 2012 22:17:01 GMT

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley visited with Airmen during a trip to Osan Air Base April 26-27.

US Vows to Help Philippines in Maritime Security (Yahoo News)

Wed, 02 May 2012 22:15:27 GMT

Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Completes Visits to Japan, Singapore

Wed, 02 May 2012 22:15:02 GMT

SINGAPORE - Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) returned April 30, from a 14-day visit to Japan and Singapore, where he engaged the fleet and updated them on the status of the Navy.

Philippine, US Marines Set Sights on Live-fire Drills (DVIDS)

Wed, 02 May 2012 22:14:37 GMT

U.S., Philippine Leaders to Discuss Alliance Future (U.S. DoD)

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 21:02:14 GMT

Secretary Air Force Visits Wolf Pack

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 21:01:49 GMT

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - Secretary of the Air Force Michael Donley visited the Wolf Pack here April 27 to talk to Airmen about their role in the region and get a firsthand glimpse at Kunsan's mission to defend the base, accept follow-on forces and take the fight north.

U.S., Japan Agree on Okinawa Troop Relocation (U.S. DoD)

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 21:01:20 GMT

U.S., Bangladesh Airmen Switch Seats during Exercise Cope South 12

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 21:00:57 GMT

KURMITOLA AIR BASE, Bangladesh - U.S. and Bangladesh air force flight engineers traded seats in a U.S. Air Force C-130H Hercules cockpit for a subject matter expert exchange here, April 25, as part of exercise Cope South, a bilateral tactical airlift exercise conducted between the two air forces.

Japan, India Discuss Defense Cooperation (UPI)

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 21:00:33 GMT

PH, US Push to Protect "Mutual Interests" as Balikatan Ends (Global Nation)

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 21:00:03 GMT

U.S. realignment report postponed

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 22:13:17 GMT

Japan and the U.S. postponed a Wednesday joint statement on the return of five U.S. bases and facilities in Okinawa after three influential U.S. Senators expressed concern over a lack of cost estimates and how the agreement fits into the broader U.S. strategy for the region.

Philippine, US Military Conduct Bilateral Firwfighting Training

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 22:11:10 GMT

Puerto Princesa Airport Aircraft rescue and firefighting and U.S. Marines AARF practiced putting out fires on the flight line of the Puerto Princesa Airport April 22, 2012 in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, Republic of the Philippines.

Both nations took part in this unique opportunity in support of Exercise Balikatan 2012, which officially began April 16, 2012. This is just one of the many bilateral training activities between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. Task Force Palawan that is taking place during BK12, an annual bilateral training exercise designed to build the joint interoperability between Philippine and U.S. military members.

Eighth Army Returns to Operational Roots in Korea

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 20:25:35 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - More than 61 years after arriving in Korea to repel communist aggression, Eighth Army returned to its operational roots this year.

US Marines and Sailors Join Anzac Day March (ABC)

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 20:25:07 GMT

Training System Enhances Balikatan 2012

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 20:24:39 GMT

FORT MAGSAYSAY, Philippine - Philippine and U.S. Army soldiers taking part in the field training exercise of Balikatan 2012 were introduced to the Initial - Homestation Instrumentation Training System, which offers real-world dynamics to training events.

US, PH in War Games Near Disputed Waters (Inquirer)

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 20:23:09 GMT

Indian, Thai Navies Perform Joint Exercise in Andaman sea (Zee News)

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 20:20:33 GMT

U.S., RMAF Airmen Team Up to Build Brighter Future for Malaysian Orphans

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 19:51:20 GMT

KULIM, Malaysia - More than 50 United States Air Force and Royal Malaysian Air Force members teamed up for a humanitarian construction project at a Malaysian orphanage here as part of exercise Cope Taufan 2012 on April 8.

USS Bonhomme Richard Arrives In Sasebo for Hull Swap

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 19:50:48 GMT

SASEBO, Japan - USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) arrived in Sasebo April 8 after transiting across the Pacific Ocean from its homeport in San Diego for a scheduled hull swap with USS Essex (LHD 6).

Exchange of Ideas Key to Success of Cope Taufan 2012

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 19:50:26 GMT

PENANG, Malaysia - While Cope Taufan 2012 may be billed as just a live-flying exercise between the U.S. Air Force and Royal Malaysian Air Force, but there's also quite of bit of knowledge being shared on the ground as well.

Clinton: U.S. Reach, Resolve Key to Asia-Pacific Stability (U.S. DoD)

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 19:49:52 GMT

S. Korea, US Military Discuss N. Korean Rocket (AFP)

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 19:49:26 GMT

Philippines and China in a Standoff at Sea (New York Times)

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 19:46:51 GMT

Pentagon: U.S. Takes Prospect of North Korea Launch Seriously (U.S. DoD)

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 20:50:44 GMT

Land and Louisville Sailors Give Hope to Malaysian Children

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 20:50:24 GMT

KOTA KINABALU, Malaysia - Sailors from submarine tender USS Emory S. Land (AS 39) and Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Louisville (SSN 724) participated in a community service project at Likas Hospital in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, April 4.

Naval Exercise with U.S. Begins on Saturday (The Hindu)

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 20:49:45 GMT

Legal Service Agency Director Visits Humphreys

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 20:48:55 GMT

CAMP HUMPHREYS - Brigadier Gen. Flora Darpino, director of the Army Legal Service Agency, visited here on April 3.

US to Send Combat Ships to Singapore for Exercises (AFP)

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 20:48:14 GMT

Panetta, Singapore Defense Chief Affirm Deeper Cooperation (U.S. DoD)

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 20:47:30 GMT

USS Louisville Visits Malaysia During Western Pacific Deployment

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 20:17:25 GMT

SEPANGAR, Malaysia - The Los Angeles class fast-attack submarine USS Louisville (SSN 724) arrived in Malaysia Apr. 3 for a visit as part of its deployment to the Western Pacific.

SECNAV to Preach Partnership in Pacific (Navy Times)

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 20:16:06 GMT

PACANGEL Unbound by Numbers, Helps 3000 More

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 20:15:26 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - Operation Pacific Angel, an ongoing humanitarian assistance mission conducted throughout the Pacific theater, was recently competed at the first location, Legazpi City, Philippines, for 2012. U.S. forces provided medical and engineering assistance, as well as forums for subject matter expert exchanges for the locals. It was an interaction that benefitted all parties involved.

The Flagship Returns to Yokosuka (Maritime Security Asia)

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 20:15:00 GMT

Kadena Air Base Dental Squadron Hosts Cultural Exchange

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 20:14:32 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - In today's work environment, most people are always learning new skills and techniques in order to stay current with the ever-changing, high-tech machines and upgrades in technology.

Self-Defense Force, US Service Members Gather for All Service Salute (DVIDS)

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 20:14:03 GMT

USS Emory S. Land Visits Malaysia

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 20:30:01 GMT

SEPANGAR, Malaysia - Submarine tender USS Emory S. Land (AS 39) arrived in Sepangar, Malaysia, for a port call April 1, continuing the Navy's ongoing commitment to theater security cooperation and partnership with allied navies and promoting peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific Region.

Annual Singapore-Indian Maritime Exercise Ends (Today)

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 20:27:33 GMT

USS Blue Ridge Returns To Yokosuka

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 20:27:01 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - Seventh Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) returned to Yokosuka, April 2, completing a six-week patrol throughout the Pacific.

Secretary of US Navy Reiterates Strong Ties in Visit (Solomon Times)

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 20:26:26 GMT

U.S., Thai Airmen and Soldiers Partner, Jump for Freedom

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 20:25:44 GMT

UDON THANI, Thailand - More than 240 Thai and U.S. airmen and soldiers took part in a personnel drop over Lop Buri, Thailand to close out this year's Cope Tiger 2012 multilateral air exercise between the U.S., Thailand and Singapore which was held here March 12 through 23.

Japan Air Self Defense Force Visit with 5th Battlefield Coordination Detachment

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 20:25:19 GMT

HICKAM AIR FORCE BASE, HAWAII - Key leaders from the Japan Air Self Defense Force visited the 5th Battlefield Coordination Detachment March 12, 2012 on Hickam Air Force base.

Officials Suspend North Korea Nutrition Aid Over Planned Launch (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 21:04:39 GMT

President Visits Soldiers on Demilitarized Zone

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 21:04:10 GMT

CAMP BONIFAS, Republic of Korea - Soldiers who guard the border here between South and North Korea were surprised, Sunday, to get a visit from their commander in chief.

Thurman: Keep Accompanied Korea Tours at Current Level (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 21:03:47 GMT

Team McChord Donates $10,000 to New Zealand Charities

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 21:03:14 GMT

MCCHORD FIELD, Wash - Providing airlift support to the National Science Foundation is the primary mission of the 446th and 62nd Airlift Wings in Operation Deep Freeze. Providing support to the community of Christchurch, New Zealand is the mission at the heart of the men and women of Team McChord.

HMAS Choules Passes First Capability Test (Australian Navy)

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 21:02:46 GMT

Eighth Army Pays Tribute to Fallen Cheonan Heroes

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 20:48:10 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - Eighth Army marked the second anniversary of the attack on the Republic of Korea Navy Ship Cheonan that claimed 46 ROK sailors.

Philippine Navy Eyes Joint Maritime Exercises with Thai, Vietnamese Counterparts (Inquirer)

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 20:47:45 GMT

Air Defense Command Commences Operations at Yokota

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 20:46:59 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - A crowd of senior-ranking U.S. and Japanese military leaders gathered here March 26 to celebrate the beginning of Air Defense Command operations at Yokota Air Base.

Complete Comprehensive Security Responses to Terrorism 12-1 (APCSS)

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 20:46:27 GMT

Counter IED Experts Prepare Peacekeepers during Angkor Sentinel

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 20:45:05 GMT

KAMPONG SPEU PROVINCE, Cambodia - Trainers from the Asia Pacific Counter Improvised Explosive Device Fusion Center based at Fort Shafter, Hawaii, helped prepare Cambodian peacekeepers for future United Nations humanitarian missions.

Airmen Deploy for Commando Sling

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 20:44:10 GMT

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan - More than 70 Airmen from the 13th and 14th Fighter Squadron and 35th Maintenance Group were flown to Paya Lebar Air Base in Singapore March 23 in support of Commando Sling.

Airmen Find a Way to do More during PACANGEL

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 21:02:21 GMT

LEGAZPI CITY, Philippines - As if being part of an operationthat has already provided care to 8,588 people wasn't enough, four Airmen set out on a mission to do more.

First US Marines for Darwin Arrive in April (ABC Net)

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 21:01:56 GMT

Patriot Participates in Foal Eagle 2012

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 21:01:19 GMT

YELLOW SEA - Mine countermeasures ship USS Patriot (MCM 7) is currently operating in support of the bilateral exercise Foal Eagle (FE) 2012, which runs March 1 to April 30.

War Eagles Team up with Australian Armed Forces for Bilateral Training (DVIDS)

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 21:00:30 GMT

Topeka Visits Yokosuka during Western Pacific Deployment

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 21:00:05 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Topeka (SSN 754) arrived at Fleet Activities Yokosuka March 20.

Philippine, U.S. Service Members Build Relationships, Schools through Balikatan

Tue, 20 Mar 2012 20:59:42 GMT

PUERTO PRINCESA CITY, PALAWAN, Philippines - Philippine and U.S. personnel combine forces to begin construction, March 14, at Tagbarungis Elementary School here, marking the groundbreaking start to Balikatan 2012.

Pacific Command Science and Technology Conference To Begin Monday

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 23:52:56 GMT

HONOLULU - With a theme of "Theater Shaping with Allies and Partners" and focus on Smart Power, U.S. Pacific Command’s (PACOM) Resources and Assessment Directorate (J8) will host a Science and Technology Conference (S&T) March 19-23 at the Hawaiian Hilton Village in Honolulu.

USS Blue Ridge Arrives in Hong Kong

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 21:08:44 GMT

HONG KONG - U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) and embarked 7th Fleet staff arrived in Hong Kong for a port visit March 15.

Indonesia Says 'No Problem' with US Marines Plan (AFP)

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 21:08:08 GMT

USS Germantown Participates in Reunion of Honor Ceremony

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 21:06:52 GMT

IWO TO, Japan - Thirty two Sailors from the forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42), along with elements of the III Marine Expeditionary Force (III MEF) attended the Reunion of Honor ceremony on Iwo To, formerly known as Iwo Jima, Mar. 14.

Office of Naval Research Outreach Focuses on Pacific Total Force (Physorg)

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 21:06:18 GMT

India, China, Japan Join Hands for Anti-piracy Operations (Maritime Security)

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 21:05:53 GMT

Connecticut Visits Yokosuka during Western Pacific deployment

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 21:11:13 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - The Seawolf-class fast attack submarine USS Connecticut (SSN 22) arrived at Fleet Activities Yokosuka March 9 for a visit as part of its deployment to the western Pacific.

Japanese Navy Ships Visit Vietnam (Vietnam Net)

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 21:10:49 GMT

Eighth Army Maintains Mission in Key Resolve, Foal Eagle

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 21:10:19 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - Eighth Army trained with its South Korean allies during exercise Key Resolve from Feb. 27 through March 9.

Video: U.S. Forces in Japan Recall Response to Disaster (Business Week)

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 21:09:50 GMT

Operation PACANGEL Starts on High Note

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 21:09:28 GMT

LEGAZPI CITY, Philippines - "Let's get ready to rumble," said Philippine Army Col. Arthur Ang, 901st Brigade commander and co-chairman of the Joint Inter Agency Task Force Pacific Angel-Philippines as he concluded his opening speech this morning to PACANGEL participants here.

U.S. Leaders Recall Japan Disasters, Relief Efforts (U.S. DoD)

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 21:09:05 GMT

Locklear Assumes USPACOM command; Willard Says Farewell

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 21:08:22 GMT

HONOLULU - Adm. Samuel J. Locklear III succeeded Adm. Robert F. Willard as the Pacific Command commander in a ceremony at Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii, March 9.

Locklear takes over at US Pacific Command (AP)

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 21:07:51 GMT

Pentagon Leaders Praise Willard, Welcome Locklear to Pacom (US DoD)

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 21:07:29 GMT

Fleet Antiterrorism Security Team Pacific Participates in Army Mass Casualty Exercise

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:22:24 GMT

CAMP RODRIGUEZ, Republic of Korea Â - Marines assigned to Fleet Antiterrorism Security Team Pacific (FASTPAC), 2nd Company, 2nd Platoon, participated in a joint medical mass casualty exercise with Army personnel of 121st Combat Support Hospital March 5.

US Admiral Willard Appointed Honorary OA (Nine MSN)

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:21:46 GMT

U.S. Air Force, Army certify as Assistant Resiliency Trainers

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:20:54 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - Twenty Airmen and Soldiers attended a week-long joint assistant resiliency trainer course Feb 21-27.

Balikatan Combined Exercise Returns to the Philippines (Manila US Embassy)

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:20:29 GMT

Talks Reaffirm Growing U.S.-India Partnership

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:20:07 GMT

WASHINGTON - Recent bilateral security talks between the United States and India reaffirmed the importance of the partnership between the two nations and the growing U.S. interest in advancing it, as reflected in the new defense strategic guidance, a senior official said Friday.

USPACOM Command Surgeon Visits Vietnam

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:19:36 GMT

LAOS, Vietnam - Rear Admiral Raquel C. Bono, Command Surgeon, US Pacific Command (USPACOM), visited Vietnam from February 22-26, 2012. Rear Admiral Bono assumed her role of USPACOM Surgeon in November 2011. Her visit to Vietnam was part of a theater familiarization tour including visits to Bangladesh, Laos, Cambodia and Singapore.

Dempsey Reaffirms U.S.-Japan Alliance at Earthquake Anniversary Event (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 23:19:08 GMT

Essex Amphibious Ready Group Embarks 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 22:59:06 GMT

WHITE BEACH NAVAL FACILITY, Okinawa - Essex Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) embarked more than 2,000 Marines of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) and departed White Beach Naval Facility in Okinawa, Japan for the ARG's amphibious integration training (AIT), and certification exercise (CERTEX) March 4.

U.S. Sailors Enjoy Iloilo Visit (Manila Bulletin)

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 22:58:17 GMT

F-15s Fly Deterrence, Training Missions in Southwest Asia

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 22:57:21 GMT

SOUTHWEST ASIA - In the history of the F-15 Eagle, its pilots have downed 104 enemy planes. They've never lost an air-to-air fight.

Navy Helps Department of Conservation Reach Sub-Antarctic (NZ Forces)

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 22:56:53 GMT

Tactical Operations Group 5 Becomes Center for PACANGEL

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 22:56:19 GMT

LEGAZPI CITY, Philippines - Tactical Operations Group 5 morphed into the center of operations for Pacific Angel-Philippines scheduled to begin here Monday.

Air Combat Element Embarks Aboard Essex

Tue, 06 Mar 2012 22:55:49 GMT

SOUTH CHINA SEA - In the history of the F-15 Eagle, its pilots have downed 104 enemy planes. They've never lost an air-to-air fight.

Blue Ridge and US 7th Fleet Staff Arrive in Donghae

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 23:00:19 GMT

DONGHAE, Republic of Korea - U.S. Seventh Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) and embarked 7th Fleet staff arrived in Donghae, Republic of Korea (ROK) for a port visit March 2

US Forces in 5 South Asian Nations Including India (IBNLive)

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 22:59:50 GMT

Andersen Concludes Asia-Pacific Subject-matter Expert Exchange

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 22:59:26 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - As part of U.S. Pacific Command's Theater Security Cooperation Program, a multilateral subject-matter expert exchange co-hosted by senior civil engineer and security forces personnel from Headquarters 13th Air Force concluded here Feb. 23.

Vietnamese Navy Receives Three Modern Ships (VietnamNet)

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 22:57:49 GMT

Indonesian Military Receives Three New Helicopters for Navy, Armed Forces (People Daily)

Fri, 02 Mar 2012 22:57:14 GMT

Philippine-US Pacific Angel 12-1 Humanitarian Mission (PIA)

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 19:45:36 GMT

Indonesian Navy Ship Visits Pearl Harbor (Navy Times)

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 19:45:02 GMT

Congressmen Visit Humphreys

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 19:44:00 GMT

CAMP HUMPHREYS - Two U.S. Congressmen got a look at the housing units under construction during a visit here Feb. 22.

US to Keep 2 Marine Units in Okinawa (Asia One)

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 19:40:09 GMT

India, Indonesia Armies Train for Jungle Warfare (India Blooms)

Thu, 01 Mar 2012 19:39:27 GMT

USS Bonhomme Richard Arrives in 7th Fleet for Hull Swap and Forward Deployment

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 21:00:00 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) entered the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations Feb. 24, joining forward deployed naval forces (FDNF) in Sasebo, Japan in preparation for a hull swap with USS Essex (LHD 2) later this spring.

Japan PM Discusses Options for US Troops during Okinawa Visit (Stars & Stripes)

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 20:59:13 GMT

U.S., ROK Sailors Join Forces To Bestow Goodwill

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 20:58:49 GMT

BUSAN, Republic of Korea - Sixty Sailors from USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), U.S. 7th Fleet flagship; embarked 7th Fleet staff; and Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy came together as one team participating in a community service (COMSERV) project at a children's home during a scheduled port visit to Busan, Republic of Korea, Feb. 25

Singapore and Malaysia Navies Conduct Joint Exercise (Asia One)

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 20:58:23 GMT

23rd EBS Showcase Abilities to International Audience

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 20:57:47 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - Team Andersen and deployed servicemembers from other installations and forces are here to practice war fighting capabilities routinely. Recently Team Andersen was honored to showcase their talents to an international audience in Singapore.

Fukushima Survivors Present Paper Cranes, Dolls to Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 20:56:57 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - Survivors of the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster presented 11 sets of traditional paper cranes and dolls to three command master chiefs on board Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka, Feb. 24.

Vice Chief Talks Strategy and Force Balancing During Visit to Guam

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 23:22:57 GMT

ASAN, Guam - The vice chief of naval operations (VCNO) visited Naval Base Guam Feb. 24 to meet with base leaders and Sailors.

S. Korean Navy Chief, U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander Discuss Cooperation (Korea Herald)

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 23:22:33 GMT

CSAF Stresses Importance of Ready Future Force

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 23:21:31 GMT

ORLANDO, Fla - Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Norton Schwartz emphasized the service's need for a strong total force ready for the future during remarks to Airmen and defense industry officials here Feb. 23.

Indian, US Armies to Conduct 'Yudh Abhyas 2011-12' (Economic Times)

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 23:20:57 GMT

S. Korean Students Learn from Yongsan Environmental Office

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 23:20:28 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, Republic of Korea - Students from the University of Seoul were given a first-hand look at how the US Army Garrison Yongsan manages environmental requirements during a seminar held by the Directorate of Public Works Feb. 21.

Philippine Army Trains With US Soldiers (Manila Bulletin)

Fri, 24 Feb 2012 23:20:01 GMT

USS Columbus Conducts Western Pacific Deployment

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 20:45:56 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - Friends and families of the USS Columbus (SSN 762) crew gathered at the submarine piers at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to say goodbye as the Los Angeles-class submarine departed for a Western Pacific deployment, Feb. 22.

India-US Defence Dialogue Held Ahead of Naval Drill (Two Circles)

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 20:45:25 GMT

Vice Chief Wraps Up Visit to Singapore

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 20:44:47 GMT

SEMBAWANG, Singapore - The vice chief of naval operations (VCNO) concluded a two-day visit to Singapore Feb. 23.

Phuket Thai Navy Base Joins Anti-pirate Joint Patrol (Phuket News)

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 20:44:23 GMT

Army Unveils World's First Military Fleet of Fuel Cell Vehicles

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 20:43:53 GMT

HONOLULU - U.S. Army, Pacific, today unveiled a fleet of 16 hydrogen fuel cell vehicles that the military services in Hawaii are testing in an effort to research efficient, clean and renewable energy sources, and reduce the U.S. military's dependence on petroleum.

PCG, PN Jointly Conduct Offshore Patrol On Philippine West Sea (MB)

Thu, 23 Feb 2012 20:43:23 GMT

Blue Ridge on Patrol in 7th Fleet

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:46:20 GMT

USS BLUE RIDGE, At Sea - U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) departed from Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka for patrol Feb. 21.

Two Japanese Maritime Self Defence Force Ships Arrive at the Port of Colombo (Sri Lanka Navy)

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:45:39 GMT

Japan-American Air Force Goodwill Association Civic Leaders Visit Kadena

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:45:08 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - The Japan-American Air Force Goodwill Association, or JAAGA, recently paid a visit to Team Kadena for a civic leader tour to learn about the Shogun mission, talk with Airmen and to take a tour of the base.

15th MEU Composites to Full Marine Air-Ground Task Force (DVIDS)

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:44:44 GMT

Shared Love of Aviation unites U.S., Russian Airmen during Singapore Airshow 2012

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:44:13 GMT

CHANGI, Singapore - At most Airshows in the United States it isn't uncommon for aircrew to get the occasional odd request, but here at the 2012 Singapore Airshow it was a bit intimidating for the Airmen of an E-3 Sentry Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) from Kadena Air Base, Japan when with out warning the Commander and Chief of the Russian Air Force, Col. Gen. Alexander Zelin asks to board one of the most classified aircraft in the Air Force's inventory.

Hawaii Training Credited with Honing Strike Group Readiness

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 22:43:45 GMT

KAUAI, Hawaii - As the John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSSG) arrived at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Feb. 17, the CSG's Air Wing Commander credited the Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF) with improving the group's readiness seven months earlier as it prepared to deploy.

Vice Chief Concludes Australia Trip

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:14:08 GMT

DARWIN, Australia - The vice chief of naval operations (VCNO) concluded a three-day engagement visit to Canberra and Darwin, Australia, Feb. 21.

US, South Korea Hold Anti-sub Exercise in Yellow Sea (Stars & Stripes)

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:13:48 GMT

USS Germantown Visits Thailand Following Cobra Gold

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:13:20 GMT

LAEM CHABANG, Thailand - The forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42), with embarked elements of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), arrived here for a port visit Feb. 21 after completing the multinational exercise Cobra Gold 2012.

Dempsey Discusses U.S.-China Relations, Middle East Challenges (U.S. DoD)

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:12:56 GMT

Team Andersen, RAAF, JASDF Group to Assist Local Community

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:12:25 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - Team Andersen Airmen joined members from the Japan Air Self Defense Force and the Royal Australian Air Force to participate in a community beautification project in Dededo, Guam, Feb. 18.

31st MEU Successfully Completes Exercise Cobra Gold 2012

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 21:11:50 GMT

CAMP PHRAMAHA CHEDSADHARAJCHAO, Kingdom of Thailand - Marines and Sailors of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit successfully completed Exercise Cobra Gold 2012 and retrograded onto the USS Tortuga and USS Germantown, Feb. 19.

Tri-national Marine Force Assaults Thai Beach

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 23:50:15 GMT

HAT YAO, Kingdom of Thailand - Elements of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit alongside forces from the Republic of Korea and Kingdom of Thailand conducted an amphibious assault here, Feb. 10. The assault was part of exercise Cobra Gold 2012, an annual multilateral training in which various Asia-Pacific nations execute combined military operations.

Chafee and Tortuga Support 31st MEU at Cobra Gold 2012

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:51:40 GMT

SATTAHIP, Thailand - The guided-missile destroyer USS Chafee (DDG 90) and amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) are in Sattahip, Thailand, supporting the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit for Exercise Cobra Gold 2012 (CG12) Feb. 7-17.

US OKs Transfer of 2nd Warship to Philippines (ABC News)

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:50:57 GMT

USS Patriot Arrives in Tomakomai, Japan for Port Visit

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:50:32 GMT

TOMAKOMAI, Japan - During the visit, Sailors will have the opportunity to take part in outdoor winter activities and visit the world famous Sapporo Ice Festival.

Workshop Explores India-U.S. Cooperation (APCSS)

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:50:04 GMT

Soldiers Assist in Upkeep of Children’s Home as Part of Humanitarian Assistance

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:49:32 GMT

PATTAYA, Kingdom of Thailand - Marines and sailors with Marine Aircraft Group 36 volunteered their time at Father Ray Children's Village here Feb. 8.

Exercise Cope North 12-1 Kicks Off

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:18:06 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam Â - More than 1,000 military members from units spanning the Pacific are scheduled to begin arriving this week for exercise COPE NORTH 2012. The trilateral exercise, which will run Feb. 11-24, is a multinational exercise designed to enhance air operations between the U.S. Air Force, the Japan Air Self Defense Force, and the Royal Australian Air Force.

Japan, U.S. to Roll Out New Policy on Marines' Move to Guam (Mainichi Daily)

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:17:18 GMT

U.S., Korean, Singaporean Militaries Welcomed by Thais to Cobra Gold

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:16:49 GMT

CAMP PHRAMAHA CHEDSADHARAJCHAO, Kingdom of Thailand - Royal Thai Navy and Marine Corps officials welcomed visiting military forces, including members of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, during an icebreaker event held for the purpose of introducing multi-national service members participating in Exercise Cobra 2012.

Senior Leaders Unite during Seminar at Exercise Cobra Gold 2012 (DVIDS)

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:16:27 GMT

U.S. Army Pacific Commander Tours ongoing Expansion in Japan

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:15:25 GMT

CAMP ZAMA, Japan - The commander of U.S. Army Pacific was at the headquarters installation of his previous command Wednesday for a firsthand look at the significant transformations -- namely, the construction of several new facilities -- currently taking place there.

US Official Here for Talks on Defense Cooperation (Phil Star)

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:15:01 GMT

U.S., Japan Release Joint Defense Posture Statement (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:17:01 GMT

31st Marine Expeditionary Unit Arrives in Kingdom of Thailand for 31st Cobra Gold

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:10:20 GMT

SATTAHIP, Kingdom of Thailand - Elements of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit arrived in the Kingdom of Thailand to participate in the 31st iteration of Exercise Cobra Gold, Feb. 8.

Maritime Security Cooperation in Southeast Asia (MSA)

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:09:58 GMT

Kadena Begins Longest and Biggest Aviation Training Relocation

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:09:35 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - Approximately 500 Kadena members and 18 F-15s, two E-3s and two KC-135s from Kadena arrived at Anderson Air Base, Guam for a three week Aviation Training Relocation.

USS Louisville Commences Western Pacific Deployment

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:09:03 GMT

Pearl Harbor - Friends and families of the crew from USS Louisville (SSN 724) gathered at the submarine piers at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam to say goodbye as the Los Angeles-class submarine departed for a scheduled Western Pacific deployment, Feb. 7.

Yama Sakura 61 Cultural Events Augment Exercise

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:07:47 GMT

CAMP ITAMI, Japan - This year's Yama Sakura exercise has been the largest bilateral exercise between the U.S. Army Pacific and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force since the Great Tohoku Earthquake in March 2011.

Japan-America Air Force Goodwill Association Recognize Naha and Kadena Top Airmen

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:01:51 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - During an awards ceremony held Feb. 3, 2012 at Naha Air Base, the Japan-America Air Force Goodwill Association recognized a top Airman from the Japan Air Self Defense Force and the United States Air Force for their contributions that strengthen the bond between the U.S. and Japan.

Malaysian Armed Forces in Cobra Gold 12 Exercise, Thailand (Bernama)

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:01:26 GMT

F-16 Upgrades Increase Mission Readiness

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:00:53 GMT

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan - Since September 2011, Misawa Air Base's F-16s have been going through a series of upgrades that improve the aircraft's technology, making them more efficient in a war-time environment.

Philippines' Newest Warship Completes First Patrol (Inquirer)

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:00:28 GMT

Band of the Pacific-Asia Creates Friendship Through Music at Japan-U.S. Joint Concert

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 21:00:06 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - For the past three years, the Band of the Pacific-Asia has supported the annual Japan-U.S. Joint Concert sponsored by the North Kanto Defense Bureau for the six municipalities surrounding Yokota Air Base.

US, Thai Conduct Combined Joint Medical and Dental Civil Affairs Project (DVIDS)

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:59:38 GMT

Army Demonstrates Watercraft Capabilities at Tokyo Joint Disaster-relief Exercise

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:44:01 GMT

YOKOHAMA NORTH DOCK, Japan - U.S. Army Soldiers assisted with a "sealift drill" during a large-scale Humanitarian Assistance/Disaster Relief Exercise on Friday that was coordinated by the Japanese government and included participation from more than 10,000 people.

U.S. Forces in Korea Deployed to U.S.-Japan Joint Military Exercise for the First Time Ever (Korea Herald)

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:43:35 GMT

USS Mustin Arrives in Ishikari

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:43:04 GMT

ISHIKARI, Japan - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) arrived in Ishikari for a port visit Feb. 6.

RI Submarines on Par with Neighbors after Overhaul (Jakarta Post)

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:41:49 GMT

Andersen, GovGuam, Naval Base Guam Conduct Joint Exercise

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:41:20 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - Exercise evaluators looked on as the sound of sirens shattered the morning calm and the exercise casualty count climbed during an aircraft incident scenario on the flightline here Jan. 30.

Japanese Family Thanks U.S. 7th Fleet

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:40:51 GMT

TOMAKOMAI, Japan - The owner and family members of a Japanese fishing vessel, found missing by the U.S. Navy during Operation Tomodachi, visited the U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) to say "thank you," in Tomakomai, Japan, Feb. 5.

31st MEU Elements Embark USS Germantown for Cobra Gold 2012

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:11:57 GMT

WHITE BEACH, OKINAWA, Japan - Following the lead of the USS Tortuga (LSD-46), Marines and Sailors of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit embarked the USS Germantown (LSD-42) en route to the Kingdom of Thailand, Feb. 2

Australia Receives Chinook Helicopters (UPI)

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:11:36 GMT

USS Lassen to Participate in Tokyo Disaster Response Drill

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:11:11 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - The U.S. Navy announced today that USS Lassen (DDG 82), permanently forward deployed to Yokosuka as part of the 7th Fleet's operating forces,will be making a brief visit to Tokyo on Feb. 3, 2012 to participate in the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Stranded Commuter Assistance drill.

India, China Join Hands on the High Seas to Tackle Pirates (Maritime Security Asia)

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:59:33 GMT

School Construction Builds Strong Foundation for Exercise Cobra Gold

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:59:01 GMT

CAMP FOSTER, OKINAWA, Japan - The Royal Thai military along with U.S. forces from various units began construction projects in the Kingdom of Thailand, preceding the official opening of Exercise Cobra Gold 2012.

Yama Sakura 61 Exercise: Ichi Dan! (DVIDS)

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:56:28 GMT

Watercraft Soldiers Prep for Disaster-relief Exercise in Japan

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 23:28:05 GMT

YOKOHAMA NORTH DOCK, Japan - Soldiers performed maintenance checks and repairs on a U.S. Army watercraft here today to ensure the vessel will be ready for use in a Japanese government-led exercise scheduled to begin Feb. 3.

Burma Joins Naval Exercises (Mizzima)

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 23:27:43 GMT

Patriot Sailors Help Clean Historic Park

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 23:27:03 GMT

YASHIMA, Japan - Approximately 20 Sailors assigned to the USS Patriot (MCM 7) participated in a community service (COMSERV) project at Seto Inland Sea National Park Jan. 29.

Army Poised to Take More Visible Role in Pacific (Stars & Stripes)

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 23:26:39 GMT

Strengthening the U.S.–Philippines Security Alliance (The Foundry)

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 23:25:59 GMT

INTERVIEW/Admiral Robert F. Willard: Japan-U.S. Alliance to Rise in Prominence as U.S. Shifts Strategy (Asahi Shimbum)

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:44:49 GMT

Odierno: Army Seeks Increased Partnerships in Asia

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:44:24 GMT

WASHINGTON - The Army is looking for increased opportunities to partner with allies in Asia, including both Korea and Japan.

Japan, U.S. Defense Chiefs Agree to Push for Futenma Relocation Plan (Mainichi)

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:43:41 GMT

Navy's Commitment to Renewable Energy Takes the Nation's Center Stage

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:42:51 GMT

WASHINGTON - The Department of the Navy's energy security goals, including its efforts to produce or consume one gigawatt of new, renewable energy on its naval installations was one of two U.S. Navy highlights during President Barack Obama's State of the Union address Jan. 24.

The Imperative of India-Russia Defence Cooperation (Indrus)

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:42:15 GMT

Australia. Chief of Navy Hosts Largest RAN Sea Power Conference to Date (BYM)

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:41:43 GMT

Hawaii-Pacific CFC Hits New Record for Donations (Hawaii Army Weekly)

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 20:40:56 GMT

John C. Stennis Strike Group Visits Singapore

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:50:56 GMT

SINGAPORE - Ships from the John C. Stennis Strike Group (JCSSG) arrived in Singapore for a port visit Jan. 26.

S. Korean Troops to Join US-led Drill in Thailand (CRI English)

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:50:20 GMT

Bold Alligator 2012 to Revitalize Amphibious Operations

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:48:54 GMT

NORFOLK - Commander, United States Fleet Forces (USFF) and Commander, Marine Corps Forces Command (MARFORCOM) will lead the East Coast's largest joint and multinational amphibious assault exercise in the past ten years officials announced Jan. 25.

Mongolia Holds Seminar to Mark Anniversary of Ties with U.S. (CRI English)

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:48:29 GMT

Aircraft Deicer Keeps the Mission from Freezing

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:47:58 GMT

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska - A large cloud hovers in the sky, darkening as the low temperature causes a unique crystalline structure to form, and drops it towards the land below. The snowflake is joined by billions of other snowflakes, one tiny piece of a blizzard, common in this region in the winter.

US, South Korea, Japan to Hold Security Talks in Seoul Next Week (VoA)

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:47:01 GMT

31st MEU Prepares for Deployment to Asia-Pacific Region

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:30:10 GMT

CAMP HANSEN, OKINAWA, Japan - Marines and Sailors with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit are preparing to board Navy ships of Amphibious Squadron 11 and are scheduled to depart within days to begin a patrol of the Asia-Pacific region.

Air Force Leaders Say Strategy Calls for F-22, F-35 Capabilities (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:29:47 GMT

Japanese Police Officers' Martial Arts Demonstration Attended by U.S. Army Japan Officials

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:29:21 GMT

SAGAMIHARA, Japan - An exhibition of powerful and precise martial arts moves was presented Jan. 20 by members of the Sagamihara South Police Station here to an audience that included U.S. Army Japan Soldiers and Japanese city officials.

USS Frank Cable Arrives in Hawaii

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:28:55 GMT

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii - Submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) arrived in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, for a port visit, Jan. 23.

Yama Sakura 61 Soldiers Experience Japanese Culture

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:28:03 GMT

CAMP ITAMI, Japan - Many times when a U.S. Soldier hears the word "exercise" he or she may often think of a broad range of training possibilities that may include use of advanced weaponry, communications, or even time spent in a field training environment.

Strategic-plan Offsite to Enable USAG-HI to be Resilient, Sustainable for the Future

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 21:27:38 GMT

FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii - During the past few years, a profound shift in the U.S. and global economies has led many to believe we have entered a fundamentally new era in which the U.S. Army will receive significantly less resources.

15th Marine Expeditionary Unit hosts opening ceremony to Iron Fist

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:46:39 GMT

MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP PENDLETON, Calif - The 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit welcomed the Japanese Ground Self Defense Force here, at the opening ceremony of Exercise Iron Fist 2012, Jan. 23.

U.S.-Japan Exercises Underscore New Strategy Guidance Focus (U.S. DoD)

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:19:57 GMT

Commander ESG 3 Visits Essex to Talk Hull Swap

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:19:25 GMT

SASEBO, Japan – Rear Adm. Gerard P. Hueber, commander, Expeditionary Strike Group 3, visited the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) Jan. 23, to discuss the upcoming hull swap with USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6).

International Training Initiates at Camp Itami (DVIDS)

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:17:17 GMT

India, EU Join Hands for Anti-piracy Military Operations (The Hindu)

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:16:45 GMT

Army Chief of Staff Discusses Way Forward during Visit to Japan

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 21:15:49 GMT

TOKYO – The Army's top-ranking officer was in Japan Jan. 19 to meet with senior leaders from both the U.S. and Japanese militaries and governments to discuss the U.S. Army's role in helping to shape the future of the Pacific region.

Russia Hands over Nerpa Submarine to India (Hindustan Times)

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:14:31 GMT

Japan, U.S., Australia to Hold 1st Joint Aviation Training in Guam (Mainichi Daily)

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:27:35 GMT

Frank Cable Conducts Fire Drills At Sea

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:27:09 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN – Sailors aboard the submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) conducted flight deck fire drills while underway at sea, Jan. 14.

U.S. Chief of Naval Operations Sees Hawaii as 'Gateway' to Operate Forward (DefPro)

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:26:45 GMT

Cargo Movement Puts Bread, Bullets in War Fighter's Hands

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:25:41 GMT

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - Many flights in the 8th Logistics Readiness Squadron perform a number of challenging tasks while supporting the Wolf Pack's vital mission. However, one "Wraith" flight goes a step further providing unmatched customer service for Kunsan's Airmen.

New Concept Emphasizes Joint Force’s Speed, Synergy (U.S. DoD)

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 20:23:56 GMT

Pacific Fleet Commander Reflects on Operation Tomodachi (U.S. DoD)

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 20:58:44 GMT

Eighth Army to Participate in Yama Sakura in Japan

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 20:58:18 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea Â - Approximately 150 American Soldiers from the Eighth Army headquarters element will participate in Exercise Yama Sakura in Japan from Jan. 24 - Feb. 5.

China, Vietnam Drift in South China Sea (Asia Times)

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 20:57:23 GMT

Odierno Visits American Soldiers in South Korea

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 20:56:56 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - The U.S. Army's top officer met with senior Army leaders and American Soldiers in South Korea Jan. 19-20.

US Navy Chief Tells Pearl Harbor Sailors the Asia-Pacific Region Will be the Navy's Focus (The Republic)

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 20:56:31 GMT

Machida Troop Visits George Washington

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:09:17 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan Â - Members of the Scouting Association of Japan from Machida Prefecture Troop 1 based in Tokyo, toured the Navy's only full-time forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), Jan. 14.

Japanese Forces and Marines Train in Iron Fist (UT San Diego)

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:08:03 GMT

USAF LC-130 Evacuates Injured Fishing Crew from Antarctica to New Zealand

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:07:38 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR HICKAM, Hawaii - At the request of the National Scientific Foundation, an LC-130 Hercules cargo aircraft from the 109th Airlift Wing at Stratton Air National Guard Base, N.Y. deployed in support of the U.S. Antarctic Program, evacuated seven injured crew members of a South Korean-flagged fishing vessel from McMurdo Station, Antarctica, to Christchurch, New Zealand, Jan. 13 at 12:35 p.m. New Zealand Standard Time.

Vietnam's Navy Unveils First Home-made Warship (News Asia)

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:07:04 GMT

Cobra Gold 2012 to Promote Partnership, Interoperability (U.D. DoD)

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:06:41 GMT

The Navy Joins Nation in Celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 20:40:54 GMT

WASHINGTON - As announced by NAVADMIN 009/12, the Navy will join the nation to observe Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Jan. 16.

VP-16 ‘War Eagles’ Train with Philippine Military (Jacksonville)

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 20:38:06 GMT

South. Korea - Foreign Minister to Visit a US Military Base to Offer Encouragement (ISRIA)

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 20:37:38 GMT

Agriculture Secretary Highlights US Navy Biofuels at Pearl Harbor

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 20:37:15 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack highlighted the partnership between the U.S. Navy and USDA to promote biofuels and renewable energy during a visit to the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument's Pearl Harbor Visitor Center Jan. 10.

Haney to Take over from Walsh as Pacific Fleet Commander in Ceremony Next Week (The Republic)

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 20:36:46 GMT

Family Matters Blog: Career Fair to Focus on Military Spouses (U.S. DoD)

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 21:24:05 GMT

Lincoln Carrier Strike Group Arrives in Thailand for Port Visit

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 21:10:22 GMT

Carrier Strike Group 9 Public Affairs
LAEM CHABANG, Thailand - The aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), accompanied by the guided-missile cruiser Cape St. George (CG 71), arrived in Laem Chabang, Thailand, for a port visit, Jan. 6.

PH Beefing Up Defense Capability (Manila Bulletin)

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 21:08:01 GMT

Main Elements of US Foreign Policy Towards Asia – Analysis (Eurasia Review)

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 21:06:51 GMT

Strategy Guidance Underscores Asia-Pacific Region (U.S. DoD)

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 21:06:15 GMT

Panetta Said to Offer Revamped U.S. Defense Strategy This Week (Bloomber)

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:41:12 GMT

USS Denver Hosts Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Officers

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:40:46 GMT

SASEBO, Japan - Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) senior leaders visited the amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) Dec. 22.

Top U.S. Diplomat in China to Discuss North Korea (CNN)

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:40:25 GMT

Republic of Korea Consulate General Visits USS Essex

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:39:58 GMT

SASEBO, Japan - The Republic of Korea consulate general and the principal officer U.S. Consulate Fukuoka visited forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), Dec. 29.

China Values Defense Exchanges with Japan: Defense Ministry (Defpro New)

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:39:24 GMT

Team Concludes Agent Orange Investigation in Korea

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:38:54 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - The Republic of Korea-United States Joint Investigation Team announced that it discovered no evidence of Agent Orange during its probe into claims that the toxic defoliant was buried on Camp Carroll.

Adm. Samuel Locklear Nominated to be Next PACOM Commander (Stars & Stripes)

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 20:47:43 GMT

JDS Hyuga Leadership Gives “Kadomatsu” to USS GW

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 20:47:19 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - Sailors from the Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) helicopter destroyer JDS Hyuga (DDH 181) shared a time honored Japanese tradition with the crew of the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) by preparing two “kadomatsu” decorations for the ship December 27

1st MAW invites Team Kadena to Iwo Jima

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 20:46:48 GMT

KADEN AIR BASE, Japan - Darkness and cool winds surrounded the flight line as U.S. Marine Corpsmen, Sailors and Airmen out of Futenma Air Station and Kadena Air Base; boarded a KC-130J to fly into Iwoto Air Field, Iwo Jima, Japan.

Thai Foreign Minister Visits Cambodia (MCOT Net)

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 20:46:27 GMT

Japan, India Agree to Boost Cooperation in Security, Economy (Mainichi Daily)

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 20:45:57 GMT

News: USS Denver Hosts Japan Maritime Self Defense Force officers (DVIDS)

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 20:45:29 GMT

2011 in Review: U.S. Rushes to Aid Devastated Japan Following Quake, Tsunami (Stars & Stripes)

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 20:05:57 GMT

Sailors, Marines and Santa Bring Gifts to Singapore Children during Port Visit

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 20:05:32 GMT

SINGAPORE - Sailors and Marines assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), along with a surprise visitor from the North Pole, brought holiday gifts to children at the "Child at Street 11" care center in Singapore, Dec. 22.

A Trilateral Foundation for Indo-Pacific Security (Japan Times)

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 20:01:50 GMT

USS Texas Returns from Her Maiden Western Pacific Deployment

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 20:00:50 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - The Virginia-class submarine USS Texas (SSN 775) returned to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam after completing her maiden Western Pacific (WESTPAC) deployment Friday, Dec. 23.

Vietnamese Navy Sets up New Air Fleet with Modern Copters (Thanh Nien)

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 19:59:41 GMT

Dempsey: Hazing, Bullying ‘Intolerable’ in Military (U.S. DoD)

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 19:58:34 GMT

Operation Santa Gives Holiday Cheer

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:15:16 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - More than 25 service members from Yokota Air Base, Japan, traveled five hours to the Fuji Kindergarten in Miyagi-ken, Japan, to hand out presents and spend time with more than 100 students Dec. 15.

Reagan Translates Warfighting Skills to Conduct Disaster Relief (BayNet)

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:13:53 GMT

USS North Carolina Visits Yokosuka during Western Pacific Deployment

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:11:21 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - The Virginia-class fast attach submarine USS North Carolina (SSN 777) arrived at Fleet Activities Yokosuka Dec. 21 for a visit as part of her maiden deployment to the Western Pacific.

Sasebo Sailors Rescue Climber Who Fell from Mount Fuji Summit (Stars & Stripes)

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:09:00 GMT

Hawaii Soldiers Earn German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:07:50 GMT

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii - Hawaii-based Soldiers earned the German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge in qualifications held Dec. 12-13 at Schofield Barracks. It was the first time the qualification test was given in Hawaii.

USS Makin Island Arrives in Singapore for Port Visit

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 20:24:36 GMT

SINGAPORE - The amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), along with the embarked 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), arrived in Singapore Dec. 21 for a port visit.

South China Sea Disputes Top Regional Security Concerns (VoA)

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 20:24:14 GMT

Japanese Navy Visits Blue Ridge for Holiday Exchange

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 20:23:47 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - Officers from Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) ship JS Hatakaze (DD 171) and U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), exchanged holiday greetings during a traditional Japanese wreath exchange aboard Blue Ridge, Dec. 20.

Pentagon Welcomes Japan’s F-35 Stealth Fighter Purchase (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 20:23:20 GMT

USS Pearl Harbor, USS New Orleans Underway Following Cambodian MAREX

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 20:22:44 GMT

USS PEARL HARBOR, At Sea - The amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) and the amphibious transport dock USS New Orleans (LPD 18), along with embarked Marines from the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), got underway Dec. 19 following completion of Marine Exercise 2012 (MAREX 12) in Cambodia.

USS New Orleans Sailors, Marines Volunteer at Cambodian Children's Shelter

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 23:25:48 GMT

SIHANOUKVILLE, Cambodia Â - Sailors assigned to the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) and embarked Marines of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) participated in a community service project at the House of Family children's shelter Dec. 19.

'War Eagles' Meet with Japanese Partners

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 23:22:37 GMT

NAHA, Japan - Sailors from the 'War Eagles' of Patrol Squadron (VP) 16 met with fellow maritime patrol professionals from the Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) to strengthen their working relationship Dec. 16.

U.S.-South Korean Consults Follow Kim’s Death (U.S. DoD)

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 23:21:40 GMT

Hickam Airman Supports Special Forces in Philippines

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 23:19:28 GMT

ZAMBOANGA, Philippines - As U.S. Forces continue their drawdown from Iraq, the military is continuing to support counter-terrorism efforts elsewhere around the globe. While Afghanistan remains the more widely-known theater of operations, there are other places where Airmen serve.

Panetta Issues Message to Troops Following Overseas Trip (U.S. DoD)

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 23:18:50 GMT

India To Get Russian Nuclear Submarine By Month-End

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 22:32:08 GMT

Indian Navy is all set to receive a major boost when the much-awaited Akula-II class 'Nerpa' nuclear attack submarine would be handed over by Russia this month end on a 10-year lease.

"We had the plan to deliver it by the end of this year and we will make efforts to meet it," Mikhail Dmitriyev, Chief of the Federal Service for Military-Technical Cooperation (FSMTC) with the foreign countries told reporters here after today's plenary level talks between Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and President Dmitry Medvedev.

US And North Korea Hold Food Aid Talks In Beijing

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 22:30:34 GMT

U.S. officials say food aid to North Korea could resume depending on whether Pyongyang can provide the necessary monitoring assurances in talks between the sides that began Thursday in Beijing.

The United Nations and U.S. charities say aid is badly needed, but the U.S. government is concerned that North Korea, which has plowed resources into a nuclear weapons program, could divert food aid to political elites and its vast military.

US Navy may station ships in Singapore, Philippines

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 22:28:02 GMT

The US Navy said it would station several new coastal combat ships in Singapore and perhaps in the Philippines in coming years, moves likely to fuel China's fears of being encircled and pressured in the South China Sea dispute.

Regional defence analysts said the ships were small, but agreed the symbolism of the moves, which come after Washington announced it was increasing its engagement in Asia, would upset Beijing.

USS Pearl Harbor Sailors and Marines Take Part in Community Service Project

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 22:26:58 GMT

Sailors assigned to the amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) and embarked Marines of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) took time out of their day Dec. 15., to participate in a community service project at the Help the Children of Cambodia (HtCC) Goodwill Center.

The HtCC center is a refuge for children to participate in recreational games such as dancing, gardening, English language classes and various other activities, instead of possibly roaming the streets or being exposed to human trafficking.

Vinson's Expanded Social Media Arsenal Improves Sailor, Family Connectivity

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 22:41:34 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - USS Carl Vinson, responding to positive feedback from family members at the conclusion of the Nimitz-class carrier's last combat deployment in June, announced the expansion of its social media footprint Dec. 12.

Singapore Armed Forces Participates in Indonesia's Hari Nusantara (News Asia)

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 22:40:37 GMT

7th Fleet Visits Naval Air Facility Misawa

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 22:40:08 GMT

MISAWA, Japan - Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet paid a visit to the Sailors of Naval Air Facility Misawa, its tenant commands, and deployed Patrol Squadron (VP) 1, Dec. 12.

Japanese Artist Thanks USS Essex Crew for Work Following March 11 Disaster (Stars & Stripes)

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 22:39:15 GMT

11th MEU Corpsmen Conduct Combat Stress Training aboard USS New Orleans

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 22:38:49 GMT

USS NEW ORLEANS, At sea - Hospital corpsmen assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) conducted combat stress training Dec. 9 while deployed aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) as the ship conducted operations in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility (AOR).

U.S. Troops Combat Floods in Thailand (Progress Index)

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 22:31:24 GMT

Singapore Armed Forces Host US Expeditionary Unit (DVIDS)

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 23:16:38 GMT

Marines, Sailors Arrive in Cambodia for Professional Exchange

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 23:16:16 GMT

REAM NAVAL BASE, Cambodia - Marines and Sailors of the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit came ashore here Dec. 11 from amphibious transport dock USS New Orleans (LCD 18) and dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) to begin a cooperative exercise with the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces focusing on medical subject-matter-expert exchanges, mass-casualty response, community outreach, jungle familiarization and platoon and company movements.

Korea-America Good Neighbors Society Honors American Soldiers (Korea Herald)

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 23:15:37 GMT

Native Hawaiian Liaison Office Hosts Blue Star Card Families

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 23:15:13 GMT

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii - Two dozen middle school students filed onto the stage; the girls' long blue muumuus gently swayed.

Cambodia, US Start Joint Exercise to Boost Military Ties (Bernama)

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 23:14:19 GMT

Video (Slideshow): Thailand's Flood Recovery Operations

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 23:12:23 GMT

Philippines Commission New Navy Flagship (PIA)

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 23:11:18 GMT

'Navy mayor' says more sailors, less money

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 23:20:30 GMT

Rear Adm. William French is leaving San Diego after serving as the “Navy mayor” — the top officer in charge of naval properties — since 2009. He has overseen a six-state region with 75,000 sailors and 11 bases from his office on the downtown San Diego waterfront.

Malaysia Wants Situation In South China Sea Resolved In Fair Manner

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 23:18:40 GMT

Malaysia regards the situation in the South China Sea as one that needs to be resolved in a fair and equitable manner based on the principles of international law.

Hawaii Commemorates 70th Pearl Harbor Day, National Pearl Harbor Survivors Association Disbands

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:33:33 GMT

The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) returned to Sasebo, Japan Dec. 8 after completing a two-and-a-half month patrol of the Western Pacific.

Throughout the patrol, Essex Sailors along with the embarked Marines of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) participated in two exercises and steamed more than 13,000 nautical miles.

Essex Completes Patrol of Western Pacific

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:31:00 GMT

More than 5,000 distinguished guests and the general public joined current and former military personnel for the 70th anniversary of Pearl Harbor Day at the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center at the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument, Dec. 7.

Hosted by the National Park Service and the U.S. Navy, the joint memorial ceremony had the theme: "The Enduring Legacy: Pearl Harbor 1941-2011." Two of the guest speakers for the ceremony were Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus and Pearl Harbor Survivor Mal Middlesworth.

U.S., China Defence Officials Meet for Talks (Reuters)

Fri, 09 Dec 2011 00:28:38 GMT

Chinese and U.S. defence officials met on Wednesday for their highest-level talks since Washington's arms sales to Taiwan in September, state news agency Xinhua said, a sign the countries are trying to keep relations on an even keel despite tensions.

The annual round of consultations was led by Ma Xiaotian, deputy chief of the People's Liberation Army General Staff, and Michele Flournoy, U.S. Undersecretary of Defense, Xinhua said.

Commentary - 70th Anniversary Attack on Oahu

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 22:50:47 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - Today marks the 70th anniversary of the December 7, 1941, attacks on Oahu. It is important that we take a moment to reflect and remember this seminal event in our nation's history. December 7th is the day that lives in infamy. It is the day we got caught with our guard down. And it was tragic, to be sure.

Hanabusa: Stability Depends on Presence in the Pacific (Roll Call Opinion)

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 22:49:58 GMT

U.S. 7th Fleet, USS Curtis Wilbur Represent Navy at LIMA 11 in Malaysia

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 22:49:29 GMT

LANGKAWI, Malaysia -The guided-missile destroyer USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54) arrived in Langkawi, Malaysia, to represent the U.S. Navy at the Langkawi International Maritime & Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA) 2011, Dec. 6.

U.S. Marks 70th Anniversary of Pearl Harbor (Yahoo News)

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 22:47:17 GMT

Wolf Pack Hosts llmagwon Orphans for Christmas Party

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 22:46:19 GMT

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - More than 70 orphans from the Ilmagwon Orphanage were joined by 63 Airmen and Soldiers for a Christmas party here Dec. 3.

U.S. and China Meet in Annual Military Review (New York Times)

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 22:45:57 GMT

Secretary of Defense Panetta Message to Pearl Harbor Survivors (U.S. DoD)

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 20:53:51 GMT

Navy and USDA Secretaries Announce Largest Government Purchase of Biofuel

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 20:53:26 GMT

WASHINGTONÂ - Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus and U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) signed a contract to purchase 450,000 gallons of advanced drop-in biofuel, the single largest purchase of biofuel in government history, Dec. 5.

Navy to Demonstrate Biofuel Use During Exercise (U.S. DoD)

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 20:52:06 GMT

USS New Orleans Sailors Conduct Anti-Terrorism, Force Protection Drills

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 20:50:06 GMT

USS NEW ORLEANS, At sea - Sailors aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS New Orleans (LPD 18) participated in a series of Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP) exercises, Dec. 5 as the ship continued on its current deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility (AOR).

US Envoy Takes Super Hornet Ride To LIMA (Berita Wilayah)

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 20:49:13 GMT

USS New Orleans Sailors Conduct Anti-Terrorism, Force Protection Drills

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 20:48:29 GMT

Indian Navy to Induct 24 Long-range Reconnaissance Aircraft (MSN)

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:05:21 GMT

KSC Battalion Brightens Holiday Season in Korea

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:04:48 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - The Korean Service Corps Battalion helped to brighten the holiday season by stringing up millions of lights at U.S. Army posts in South Korea.

Last witnesses: Pearl Harbor 70th Marks a Turning Point (Hampton Roads)

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:04:19 GMT

USS Carl Vinson Welcomes Commander Naval Air Forces

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:03:48 GMT

USS CARL VINSON, At Sea - The commander of Naval Air Forces visited Sailors aboard Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) during the ship's underway operations off the coast of California, Dec. 3.

Japan Poll Finds Record Good Will for U.S. (New York Times)

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:03:24 GMT

Aging Pearl Harbor Attack Survivors Passing on the Baton (CNN)

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 21:02:54 GMT

USS Essex Arrives in Manila for Port Visit

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:02:35 GMT

MANILA, Republic of the Philippines - Forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) arrived in Manila, Republic of the Philippines Nov. 30 for a port visit.

USS Chafee Deploys to Western Pacific (PanOrient News)

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:02:04 GMT

USS Frank Cable Sailors Support Toys For Tots

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:01:32 GMT

SANTA RITA, Guam - Sailors from the submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) volunteered to help collect toys in Guam’s second annual Marine Corps Toys for Tots toy-drive for the holiday shopping season through December 22.

U.S., China to Hold Annual Defense Talks Next Week in Beijing (Bloomberg)

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:01:11 GMT

Misawa Airmen Exchange Cultures with JASDF Counterparts

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 20:59:45 GMT

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan - Ten airmen from Misawa Air Base visited Chitose Air Base, on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido, during a bilateral exchange in November.

Russia Sends Flotilla to Syria (The Hindu)

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 20:59:21 GMT

Eighth Army Supports Flood Relief Operations in Thailand

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 20:57:30 GMT

BANGKOK - With less than four days of notice, an Eighth Army medical assessment team deployed to Thailand to conduct a health assessment in the flood-stricken country.

China, Australia Begin Humanitarian Assistance Disaster Relef Exercises (China Daily)

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 20:55:59 GMT

S. Korea Warships Anchor in Mumbai; Commander Calls on Governor (MSN)

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 20:55:36 GMT

Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group Arrives in U.S. 7th Fleet AOR

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 20:53:40 GMT

USS MAKIN ISLAND, At Sea - The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) entered the second phase of its scheduled deployment Nov. 27, when the group crossed the international date line and entered the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility (AOR).

Japan, India, U.S. Officials to Hold 1st Meeting on Maritime Security (Mainichi)

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 20:52:32 GMT

Marines, Sailors Work Together during Unique Vertical Replenishment at Sea

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 20:51:43 GMT

ABOARD USS ESSEX - Marines with Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, worked hand-in-hand with Sailors of Amphibious Squadron 11, to fly supplies from the USS Tippecanoe to the USS Essex, Nov. 26.

Panetta Issues Thanksgiving Message to Troops, Families (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 22:18:18 GMT

Eighth Army Marks First Anniversary of Yeonpyeong Island Attack

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 22:17:54 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - Eighth Army remembered the Republic of Korea Marines and civilians who died during the North Korean artillery attack on Yeonpyeong Island during a first anniversary memorial ceremony here Nov. 23.

U.S. Naval Vessel Makes Social Call at Quake-hit Port in Miyagi (Mainichi Daily)

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 22:17:24 GMT

Lassen Sailors Contribute to School Rehabilitation Project in Thailand

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 22:16:51 GMT

LOPBURI, Thailand - Sailors from the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82) continued providing flood relief assistance and disaster relief to Thailand during a combined services project at Watsanamchai Temple School Nov. 20.

U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh Prepares for Pacific Partnership 2012 Mission (Dip Note)

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 22:16:20 GMT

USNS Henson Completes U.S., Indonesian Oceanographic Survey

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 22:15:29 GMT

JAKARTA, Indonesia - The Military Sealift Command (MSC) oceanographic survey ship USNS Henson (T-AGS 63) completed of a month long, bilateral survey mission with the Indonesian Navy Nov. 16.

USS Essex, Stethem Arrive in Bali

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 21:09:03 GMT

BALI, Indonesia - Amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) and guided missile destroyer USS Stethem (DDG 63) arrived in Bali, Indonesia, Nov. 20, for a port visit during their deployment to the Western Pacific and Indian Ocean.

U.S., Australia Expand Military Cooperation (VoA)

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 21:08:39 GMT

USS Tortuga Embarks CLR 3, Prepares for Recovery Assistance in Thailand

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 21:08:08 GMT

SOUTH CHINA SEA - Forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) departed from White Beach Naval Facility, Okinawa Nov. 19, after embarking components of Combat Logistics Regiment (CLR) 3 in preparation to offer recovery assistance in distressed areas of the Kingdom of Thailand.

US Dept of Defense - Pacific Engagement Fosters Better Understanding (ISRIA)

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 21:07:40 GMT

Japan, U.S. Naval Ships Complete Dynamic Koa Kai Training

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 21:07:06 GMT

Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam - Hawaii-based Destroyer Squadron 31 completed a week of dynamic training as ships returned to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Nov. 17-18, from the latest Koa Kai exercise in Hawaiian waters.

Bangkok Begins Post-Flood Clean Up (The Wall Street Jornal)

Mon, 21 Nov 2011 21:06:15 GMT

Pacific Engagement Fosters Better Understanding (U.S. DoD)

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 22:32:42 GMT

U.S. Navy's Self Defense Test Ship Successfully Transits on Alternative Fuel Blend

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 22:32:17 GMT

PORT HUENEME, Calif - The U.S. Navy successfully concluded its largest demonstration of shipboard alternative fuel use Nov. 17, with the successful arrival of the Self Defense Test Ship (SDTS) to Naval Surface Warfare Center Port Hueneme, Calif.

Sea Disputes Deserve Summit Dialogue: Obama (Sydney Moring Herald)

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 22:31:12 GMT

RED FLAG Off-season: Aggressors Take Time to ‘Spin Up’

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 22:30:28 GMT

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska - In Aggressor Country, providing each participating unit with the desired training is the order of the day during RED FLAG-Alaska and other aerial combat training exercises.

Sri Lanka to Acquire Ships from India (The Hindu)

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 22:28:07 GMT

PACOM Pairs with U.S. Businesses for Disaster Relief in Asia (Stars and Stripes)

Fri, 18 Nov 2011 22:27:36 GMT

Clinton Visits Flood Evacuees after Announcing $10 Million US Aid for Thailand (Washington Post)

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 23:46:22 GMT

USS Essex Embarks Indonesian Military Liaison Officers

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 23:46:01 GMT

INDIAN OCEAN - The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) embarked four Indonesian military liaison officers Nov. 14.

Obama in Bali for Summit of East Asian Nations (Times of India)

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 23:44:56 GMT

U.S. Vows Second Warship for Philippines (Navy Times)

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 23:44:29 GMT

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:18:27 GMT

USS Fitzgerald Hosts Signing of Manila Declaration

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 22:10:21 GMT

MANILA - The guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) hosted the signing of the Manila Declaration Nov. 16 in commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the Philippines-U.S. Mutual Defense Treaty.

U.S. Assistance to Thailand for Flood Recovery (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 22:09:49 GMT

33rd RQS Wraps up Exercise PACIFIC THUNDER

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 22:09:23 GMT

OSAN AIR BASE, Korea - Members of the 33rd Rescue Squadron and 25th Fighter Squadron brought exercise PAC THUNDER 2011 to a close Nov. 8.

Obama Announces Expanded U.S. Military Presence in Australia (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 22:08:51 GMT

Teaming up K-9s, Handlers

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 22:08:21 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - Everyday we all work as a team, such as in a family, church, school, soccer team, work team and many more. It could be a big team, small team, or just teaming up with one individual.

Commander Accepts Award, Reflects on Operation Tomodachi (Media Newswire)

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 22:07:58 GMT

Willard Details Pacific Command’s Mission, Scope (Defence Professionals)

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 20:19:31 GMT

George Washington Carrier Strike Group Returns to Sea

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 20:18:59 GMT

HONG KONG - After a five day port visit to Hong Kong, the George Washington Carrier Strike Group returned to sea to continue their 2011 western Pacific Ocean patrol, Nov. 14.

Obama to Head for Australia (Channel News Asia)

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 20:18:16 GMT

U.S. Army Garrison-Hawaii Opens Installation to Local Neighbors

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 20:17:45 GMT

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii - Most people have wondered about their neighbors: Who are they? Where are they going? Why do they do certain things?

Maritime Issues to Dominate Clinton's Visit to Philippines (VoA)

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 20:16:17 GMT

Navy's First Hybrid-drive Warship Goes to Sea (Sign On)

Tue, 15 Nov 2011 20:15:47 GMT

APEC 2011 Press Briefing by Deputy National Security Advisor (Pacific Scoop)

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:44:18 GMT

USS George Washington Sailors Volunteer at Ning Po College in Hong Kong

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:43:51 GMT

HONG KONG - Sailors and command-sponsored sports team members from the Navy's only forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) visited Ning Po College during a port visit to Hong Kong, Nov. 11.

Pacific’s Top Officer Details Asia strategy (NavyTimes)

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:42:55 GMT

Submarine USS Texas Visits Subic Bay during Western Pacific Deployment

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:42:04 GMT

SUBIC BAY, Philippines - Virginia-class fast attack submarine USS Texas (SSN 775) moored alongside submarine tender USS Emory S Land (AS 39) in Subic Bay Nov. 10, for a visit as part of its deployment to the western Pacific.

US Pacific Commander: Budget Problems Will Not Undermine US Military (VoA)

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:41:05 GMT

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Unit Celebrates dual Anniversaries on U.S. Army Installation

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:40:00 GMT

CAMP ZAMA, Japan - The Japan Ground Self-Defense Force's 4th Engineer Group and its headquarters celebrated nearly 80 collective years in existence during a ceremony held Saturday inside the Yano Fitness Center here.

China's Hu arrives in Hawaii for APEC summit (AFP)

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:39:09 GMT

Obama, Panetta Praise Military Veterans’ Service (DOD)

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:38:36 GMT

RPT-Near Pacific Summit Site, Reminder of US Security Role (Retuers)

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:38:07 GMT

USS Cheyenne Hosts Delegation from Namesake City

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:36:55 GMT

PEARL HARBOR (NNS) - Los Angeles-class submarine USS Cheyenne (SSN 773) welcomed the mayor of Cheyenne, Wyo. along with other guests Nov. 8, for a special distinguished visitor embark to commemorate the 15th anniversary of the submarine's commissioning.

JMSDF Joins in Navy's Koa Kai Exercise

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:36:08 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) helicopter destroyer JS Kurama (DDH 144) will join U.S. Navy ships in exercise Koa Kai 12-1 beginning Nov. 10, marking the first time a JMSDF surface ship will participate in the semi-annual exercise in and around Hawaiian waters.

George Washington Carrier Strike Group Returns to Hong Kong

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:34:58 GMT

HONG KONG - The George Washington Carrier Strike Group, centered around the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5, arrived in Hong Kong for a routine port visit, Nov. 9.

Oklahoma City Visits Yokosuka during Western Pacific Deployment

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 23:34:05 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan (NNS) - Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723) arrived at Fleet Activities Yokosuka Nov. 9 for a visit as part of its continued operations in the Western Pacific.

Transition Benefits: Navy Programs Provide Benefits for Separating Sailors

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 21:17:30 GMT

WASHINGTON - Navy assistance programs for separating Sailors, as well as some enhanced transition benefits unique for Sailors not selected for retention by the Enlisted Retention Board, are outlined in NAVADMIN 332/11, released Nov. 4.

Phil-US Marines Holds Capability Demonstration in Puerto Princesa (PIA)

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 21:16:33 GMT

Secretary Recaps Recent Asia-Pacific Trip (U.S. DoD)

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 21:16:05 GMT

Re-enlistment Decisions Need to be Made Earlier

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 21:15:38 GMT

WASHINGTON - Soldiers who have their term of service ending in the next 11 months need to make a re-enlistment decision between now and Jan. 31, but no later.

A Plan for U.S.–Australia–India Cooperation in the Indo–Pacific (HF)

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 21:14:41 GMT

Mission Proves, Royal Malaysian Navy, Can Deal with Emergencies (Asia One)

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 21:14:05 GMT

Operation Render Safe 2011 Concludes in Papua New Guinea (Australian Navy)

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 21:13:24 GMT

33rd HMU Keeps Helicopters Airborne during Pacific Thunder

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 20:44:03 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - HH-60G helicopter maintainers ensure their helicopters stay fit to fly during Exercise Pacific Thunder. During the 10-day exercise, maintainers work round the clock to make sure the helicopters run properly, safely, and efficiently.

Asia, the Americas, and U.S. Strategy for a New Century (U.S. DoD)

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 20:42:40 GMT

Call for Australia, US Security Pact with India (Yahoo News)

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 20:42:00 GMT

Eighth Army Officials Visit Seoul Police Headquarters

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 20:41:36 GMT

SEOUL, KoreaÂ - Eighth Army law enforcement officials got a first-hand look at the headquarters of one of the world's largest metropolitan police forces here Nov. 4.

Yokota Comes Together for Samurai Surge

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 20:40:25 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - The 374th Airlift Wing showed its war fighting and flying capabilities Nov. 2, during a Samurai Surge exercise at Yokota.

Floods Encroach Deeper into Bangkok, Risk Subway (The Hindu)

Fri, 04 Nov 2011 20:39:48 GMT

Commanders from JMSDF and U.S. 7th Fleet Visit George Washington during Annual Exercise

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 22:41:53 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) hosted Vice Adm. Katsutoshi Kawano, commander in chief, Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) and Vice Adm. Scott Swift, commander, U.S. 7th Fleet, Oct. 31 for part of Annual Exercise (AE) 2011.

India, Japan to Step up Defence Cooperation (The Hindu)

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 22:39:08 GMT

USS Tortuga Conducts Replenishment at Sea with JS Hamana

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 22:38:41 GMT

PHILLIPINE SEA - USS Tortuga (LSD 46) pulls alongside JS Hamana (AOE 424) to conduct a replenishment at sea during Annual Exercise 2011 (AE 11).

US Reiterates Support to Philippines-MILF Peace Talks (Sun Star)

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 22:38:21 GMT

Essex ARG, 31st MEU Back-load After PHIBLEX Ends

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 22:37:56 GMT

SOUTH CHINA SEA - The Essex Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) back loaded its Sailors, Marines, equipment and vehicles to their respective ships marking

Third Marine Expeditionary Brigade Brings PHIBLEX 2012 to Close (DVIDS)

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 22:37:25 GMT

40 Bronze Stars Awarded to Japanese-American Vets

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 20:25:02 GMT

WASHINGTON - More than 66 years after hostilities ended in World War II, 40 Americans were given the Bronze Star medals they deserved for combat service in that conflict.

India Will Grow in Strategic Importance, Says US (Economic Times)

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 20:24:39 GMT

JMSDF, U.S. Navy Leaders Observe Annual Exercise

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 20:24:11 GMT

Germantown Arrives in Manila for Visit

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 20:23:29 GMT

MANILA, Republic of the Philippines - Forward-deployed amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) arrived in Manila, Republic of the Philippines Nov. 2 for a port visit.

Pacific Command Honors Wounded Warriors at UH Game

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 23:31:01 GMT

HONOLULU - In cooperation with University of Hawaii (UH), Honolulu Navy League and other program sponsors, U.S. Pacific Command will honor wounded warriors and military spouses this Saturday, Nov. 5 when UH plays Utah State at Aloha Stadium.

33rd Rescue Squadron Kicks Off PACIFIC THUNDER at Osan

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 23:30:33 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - Members of the 33rd Rescue Squadron are teaming up with the 25th Fighter Squadron for PACIFIC THUNDER to ensure they are ready at a moment's notice to bring our warriors home.

Indo-Pacific Naval Partnership Open to Delhi and Canberra (The Australian)

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 23:30:01 GMT

KATUSAs Stand as Symbol of ROK-U.S. Alliancen

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 23:29:30 GMT

SEOUL, South Korea - The Korean Augmentation to the United States Army, or KATUSA, program was initiated in July 1950 by an informal agreement between the South Korean President Rhee Syng-man and Gen. Douglas MacArthur. Sixty years have passed since the agreement but the KATUSA program still continues due to the commitment for freedom and democracy by both nations.

Officials Encourage Federal Employers to Recruit Wounded Warriors

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 23:28:40 GMT

WASHINGTON - Military and civilian officials with the Department of Defense and other federal agencies and members of private industry will discuss how to recruit wounded warriors for federal and private employment at the 2nd Annual Wounded Warrior Hiring and Support Conference, scheduled for Nov. 9-10.

Japanese Submarine Arrives in Hawaii for Training

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 23:27:45 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) submarine JS Mochishio (SS 600) arrived here Oct. 31 for annual training exercises with U.S. Navy submarine forces.

U.S., South Korea Maintain Peninsula Security (U.S. DoD)

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:12:23 GMT

Philippine-US Marines to Hold Phiblex Military Exercises in Puerto Princesa (PIA)

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:11:51 GMT

Panetta: U.S. Remains Committed to South Korea

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:11:16 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - Secretary of Defense Leon E. Panetta said the U.S. remains committed to defending South Korea and maintaining stability in Northeast Asia.

Indonesia to Upgrade 24 F-16 Jet Fighters (Viva News)

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:10:43 GMT

Bangkok’s Riverside Communities Brace for Floods (VoA)

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:09:32 GMT

US Navy Ship Docks at Thailand Port: Pentagon (AFP)

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 23:52:33 GMT

VP-40 Teams Up with Brunei Armed Forces in CARAT 2011

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 23:52:13 GMT

BANDAR SERI BAGWAN, Brunei - Patrol Squadron (VP) 40 teamed up with USS Dewey (DDG 105) and USS Pinckney (DDG 91) in support of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Brunei 2011, a week-long exercise designed to strengthen relationships and enhance force readiness for both nations.

Panetta Calls South Korea Key U.S. Global Partner (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 23:51:44 GMT

Manila, Hanoi Forge Cooperation on South China Sea (Reuters)

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 23:51:10 GMT

Eighth Army participates in Seoul Air Show

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 23:50:44 GMT

SEONGNAM, South Korea - Eighth Army participated in the Seoul International Aerospace and Defense Exhibition here at Seoul Airport Oct 18 - 23.

US Marines Lend Gentle Hand to Orphanage (DVIDS)

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 23:50:11 GMT

Secretary Expresses Pride in U.S. Disaster Efforts (CNN)

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 23:49:36 GMT

Secretary of Defense Addresses Bilateral Audience at Yokota

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 23:06:26 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan Â - U.S. Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta addressed approximately 200 U.S. and Japanese service members, Oct. 24, 2011, at Yokota Air Base, Japan.

Carrier Group Departs Thai Coast; Marines Assist in Flood Relief (Stars & Stripes)

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 23:04:59 GMT

USS Essex Arrives in Subic Bay for Amphibious Landing Exercise

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 23:04:28 GMT

SUBIC BAY, Philippines - Forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) arrived in Subic Bay, Philippines Oct. 22 to offload elements of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) for participation in Amphibious Landing Exercise (PHIBLEX).

Japan, U.S. Defense Chiefs meet, U.S. Base Relocation to Top Agenda (The Mainichi Daily News)

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 23:03:35 GMT

USS Mustin Visits the Camillian Social Center Rayong

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 23:03:05 GMT

RAYONG, Thailand - Sailors from the USS Mustin (DDG 89) visited the Camillian Social Center in Rayong, Thailand, an establishment for children who suffer from HIV/AIDS, Saturday, Oct. 22 as part of a port visit to Thailand.

HMAS Broome Averts Maritime Disaster (Defence News)

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 23:02:17 GMT

USS Germantown Offloads 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 20:56:35 GMT

SUBIC BAY, Republic of the Philippines - The forward-deployed dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) arrived at Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority, Republic of the Philippines Oct. 22 to begin Amphibious Landing Exercise (PHIBLEX) 2012.

Panetta: U.S.-Japan Alliance Vital to Regional Security (U.S. DoD)

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 20:55:45 GMT

Volunteer Medical Team Brings Things into Focus

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 20:55:21 GMT

U.S. ARMY KWAJALEIN ATOLL, Marshall Islands - Helping the blind see was just one of the goals for a team of volunteer medical professionals who spent two weeks working on Ebeye and departed Friday.

Panetta: U.S.-Indonesia Security Partnership Expanding (U.S. DoD)

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 20:54:17 GMT

>Military Personnel Tackle Operations Security in Korea

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 20:53:51 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - U.S. Forces Korea and Eighth Army personnel took a close look at the ways that they can help to safeguard important information here Oct. 18 - 21.

Andersen Air Force Base Hosts U.S. Marine Training

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:53:00 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - In the military, it is a servicemember's duty to be technically and tactically proficient in their jobs as well as prepared to deploy and face tomorrow's fight. These standards are upheld through training and exercises.

Pentagon Chief on First Trip to Asia (Associated Press)

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:52:16 GMT

USS Mustin Arrives in Thailand

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:51:43 GMT

LAEM CHABANG, Thailand - Guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) arrived in Laem Chabang Oct. 21 for a port visit and to participate in community service events to strengthen ties between the U.S. and the Kingdom of Thailand.

U.S., Royal Cambodian Navies Head to Sea for CARAT 2011 Exercise (DefPro News)

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:50:53 GMT

Ceremony Kicks off Orient Shield 2011 in Japan

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:50:21 GMT

KITA-FUJI TRAINING AREA, Japan - Soldiers from the Texas National Guard, 3rd Battalion, 141st Infantry Regiment out of Weslaco, Texas, joined with Japan Ground Self Defense Force soldiers from the Eastern Army 1st Division, 1st Infantry Regiment, in a ceremony that initiated the annual bi-lateral combined arms training dubbed Orient Shield 2011.

Parachutes, Relationships Bloom during PHIBLEX (DVIDS)

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 18:49:31 GMT

Pentagon chief on first trip to Asia

Sat, 22 Oct 2011 01:34:28 GMT

On his first trip to Asia as defense secretary, Leon Panetta intends to stress a U.S. commitment to strengthening ties with key allies and partner countries while keeping a wary eye on China's military buildup.

Philippines, US Hold Annual Amphibious Landing Exercise (Inquirer)

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 19:47:20 GMT

Patient Movement from McMurdo Station, Antarctica

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 19:46:54 GMT

CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand - Airmen and a C-17 Globemaster III from Joint Base Lewis-McChord participated in a routine mission, which included patient movement, from McMurdo Station, Antarctica to Christchurch, New Zealand today.

India to Base Anti-piracy Patrol Plane in Maldives (Hindustan Times)

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 19:46:24 GMT

Naval Chief in US, to Call for More Global Co-op (Zee News)

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 19:46:01 GMT

Asia-Pacific Military Leaders Meet in Hawaii (Star Advertiser)

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:17:41 GMT

Chairman’s Corner: The Military Retirement System (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:17:15 GMT

Reserve Pilots, Maintainers Resume F-22 Flight Operations

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:16:38 GMT

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF RICHARDSON, Alaska - Reservists with the 477th Fighter Group here resumed F-22 flying operations during the unit's monthly unit training assembly or drill weekend following a four month stand-down. The first six jets took off at 9 a.m. Oct. 15.

Russia Resumes Antipiracy Operation (Voice of Russia)

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:16:04 GMT

Local Parade Draws More Than 24,000 Visitors to Fleet Activities Yokosuka

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:14:45 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - Sailors and their family members volunteered to carry a traditional Japanese shrine, called a Mikoshi, through the city of Yokosuka and onto Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) during the 35th Annual Yokosuka Mikoshi Parade Oct. 16.

UNC Commander Visits Yeonpyeong Island (USFK)

Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:13:56 GMT

USS Fitzgerald, USS McCampbell to Participate in Pacific Eagle

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 22:53:09 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - The guided missile destroyers USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) and USS McCampbell (DDG 85) will join Russian Federation Navy (RFN) forces to conduct Exercise Pacific Eagle 2011, Oct. 13-15, 2011.

India, Japan to Conduct First Ever Bilateral Naval Exercise Next Year (The Pioneer)

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 22:52:45 GMT

Japanese Dignitaries Visit USS Essex off Okinawa

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 22:52:00 GMT

USS ESSEX, At Sea - The U.S. Consulate General to Okinawa Raymond Greene, and a Japanese delegation from Okinawa visited forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), Oct. 8.

Two Australian Navy Ships Pay Goodwill Visit to City of Ho Chi Minh (Saigon)

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 22:51:38 GMT

Exchange Program Brings Australian Cadets to West Point

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 22:51:08 GMT

WEST POINT, New York - Four cadets from the Australian Defence Force Academy concluded a 10-day visit to West Point Sept. 27, as part of a military exchange program between the two academies.

India-Myanmar to Strengthen Security Ties (Hindustan Times)

Tue, 11 Oct 2011 22:50:01 GMT

Indian Counterterrorism Experts Share Lessons Learned on Mumbai Attacks

Sat, 08 Oct 2011 00:44:51 GMT

LOS ANGELES, California - U.S. Pacific Command (USPACOM) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) co-hosted an in-depth, five-day interagency subject matter expert exchange in Los Angeles, Calif., from Sept. 26-30.

7th AF Personnel Director Garners ROK, US Alliance Award

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 21:50:13 GMT

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - Lieutenant Colonel Scott P. Maskery, 7th Air Force Director of Manpower, Personnel, and Services, was awarded the 2011 Patriot Award Sept. 30 for outstanding contributions to the Republic of Korea (ROK)-US alliance.

ROK Top Training Officer Observes US Navy Training (Military News)

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 21:49:23 GMT

USS Fitzgerald Departs from Vladivostok

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 21:48:47 GMT

VLADIVOSTOK, Russia - The Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) departed Vladivostok, Russia on Oct. 4.

Sri Lankan Special Forces bring Bark to South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (Minivan News)

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 21:47:42 GMT

Second Senior Leadership Summit Held in San Francisco

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 21:47:17 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO - A two-day Senior Leadership Seminar (SLS) focused on disaster response kicked off Oct. 6 aboard USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6).

Japanese American Soldiers Will Receive Congressional Gold Medal

Fri, 07 Oct 2011 21:45:45 GMT

WASHINGTON - More than 1,500 Japanese American representatives, including Soldiers, widows and family members associated with the 100th Infantry Battalion, the 442d Regimental Combat Team, and Military Intelligence Service, collectively known as "Go for Broke," will descend upon the nation's capital this November to receive the Congressional Gold Medal.

USS Denver Conducts Replenishment at Sea

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 20:18:24 GMT

PHILLIPINE SEA -The forward-deployed amphibious transport dock ship USS Denver (LPD 9) conducted a replenishment at sea (RAS) Oct. 3 with the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Matthew Perry (T-AKE 9).

Korean Warships Arrive at Colombo Port (Times Online)

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 20:16:30 GMT

USS Bremerton Returns to Hawaii from Deployment

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 20:15:59 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - Los Angeles-class submarine USS Bremerton (SSN 698) returned to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Oct. 5, after a scheduled six-month deployment.

P-3 Orions Returning to Misawa (Stars & Stripes)

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 20:14:26 GMT

USS Essex Completes Replenishment at Sea

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 20:13:06 GMT

PHILLIPINE SEA - The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) conducted a replenishment at sea (RAS), which included a vertical replenishment (VERTREP) of supplies, with the Military Sealift Command dry cargo and ammunition ship USNS Matthew Perry (T-AKE 9) Oct. 3.

USS Bonhomme Richard Welcomes San Francisco First Responders (DVIDS)

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 20:12:29 GMT

USS Ohio Visits Subic Bay during Western Pacific Deployment

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 19:47:31 GMT

SUBIC BAY, Republic of the Philippines - The Ohio-class guided missile submarine USS Ohio (SSGN 726) arrived in Subic Bay Oct. 1 for a visit as part of its deployment to the Western Pacific.

APEC 2011 - Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Leaders' Meeting (Go Hawaii)

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 19:46:57 GMT

USS GW Sailors Volunteer at Busan Orphanage

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 19:46:23 GMT

BUSAN, Republic of Korea - Sailors from nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) visited the Sung Ae Won Home for Children during a port visit to Busan, Republic of Korea, Oct. 2.

Singapore Armed Forces, US Marines Conduct Joint Exercise (DefPro)

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 19:45:42 GMT

US, Australia Hopeful of Burmese Reforms (VOA)

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 00:59:17 GMT

Air Force to Conduct 1st Aerial Refueling Drill with US (Dong-a Ilbo)

Wed, 21 Sep 2011 00:58:20 GMT

Sri Lanka-India Joint Naval Exercise Begins (ZeeNews.com)

Tue, 20 Sep 2011 20:01:51 GMT

U.S. Special Envoy To North Korea Ties Food Aid To Human Rights (Alaska Dispatch)

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 23:48:10 GMT

Marines Begin Joint Effort in Bangladesh

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 20:46:15 GMT

CHITTAGONG, Bangladesh - Marines with Marine Wing Support Squadron 172 arrived here Sept. 7 to conduct an engineering civil action project exercise with elements of the Bangladesh Armed Forces, in coordination with the Government of Bangladesh.

U.S., Australia Tackle 21st-century Challenges (AFPS)

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 20:44:50 GMT

Sailors Spread Cheer at Singapore School

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 20:44:08 GMT

SINGAPORE - Sailors from USS Pinckney (DDG 91) volunteered time to visit classrooms and play sports with students of the International Community School in Singapore, Sept. 8, as part of a community service (COMSERV) project.

Adm. Willard's Remarks at the World Affairs Council in San Francisco

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 22:45:06 GMT

I’ve commanded United States Pacific Command for two years next month. It’s a remarkable half of the world; comprised of 36 nations and three and-a-half billion people. It contains the world’s two largest economies aside from the United States: China and Japan.

About five trillion dollars of commerce rides on the sea lines of communication each year. The U.S. share of that is almost 1.2 trillion dollars.

Pacific Rim Air Force Leaders Come Together to Discuss Similarities, Challenges

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 22:42:53 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - It's not often that senior leaders from air forces throughout the Pacific Region get together, but that's just what happened at this year's Pacific Rim (PACRIM) Airpower Symposium held 6 to 9 September in Brisbane, Australia. Over four days senior leaders from 17 Pacific Rim countries participated in and took turns leading discussion about the similar challenges faced by their air forces.

South Pole Airdrop Delivers Critical Medical Supplies in Total Darkness

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 22:41:28 GMT

CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand - Operation Deep Freeze's 2011-2012 season began with late-winter flying operations, known as WINFLY, a short 10 days ago. Yet, already the military's support capabilities are being put to the test.

Deal Near On More US Military Access in Australia (AP)

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 22:40:01 GMT

Thai Air Chief Visit Fosters Strategic Relationship

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 22:39:13 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - The Royal Thai Air Force commander-in-chief met with his Pacific Air Forces counterpart during a visit here Sept. 7 through 10.

Malacanang Welcomes US Envoy's Citation of the Country's Fight Against Terror (Asian Journal)

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 21:30:33 GMT

Mullen: Vets Deserve Opportunity (AFPS)

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 21:30:03 GMT

US and Australia Tighten Military Ties (Financial Times)

Wed, 14 Sep 2011 21:29:26 GMT

Obama to Visit Australia in November (World News)

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 20:55:08 GMT

Train Japanese Forces Abroad (Diplomat)

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 20:53:42 GMT

Countdown Begins for Launch of Navy Communications Satellite

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 20:53:16 GMT

ARLINGTON, Va. - The Department of the Navy began counting down the final days to a Sept. 27 launch of its new joint tactical satellite, which will bring on-the-go communications to the battlefield.

U.S. to Have Security Talks with Australia (Focus News)

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 20:52:34 GMT

APCSS Outreach Team in Ulaanbaatar for Security Conference (APCSS)

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 20:52:03 GMT

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Crew Starts Construction Project at Wake Island

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 20:51:20 GMT

WAKE ISLAND AIRFIELD - Three 611th Civil Engineering Squadron members arrived here recently from their home station at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson to begin building the second of three Sprung Instant Structure buildings.

Shared Regional Interests Draw Japan and India Closer (APCSS)

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 20:50:28 GMT

USS Defender to Arrive in Port Blaire

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 22:42:38 GMT

PORT BLAIRE, India - USS Defender (MCM 2) will arrive in Port Blaire, India on Sept. 12 for a series of public engagements with reporters and representatives from the Indian government, Indian navy and Indian coast guard.

US Navy Warship on Goodwill Visit to India (Brahmand)

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 22:41:48 GMT

John C. Stennis Strike Group Conducts Passing Exercise with Royal Malaysian Navy

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 22:41:20 GMT

STRAIT OF MALACCA - Ships of the John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSCSG) took part in a passing exercise (PASSEX) with the Royal Malaysian Navy Sept. 9 while in transit through the Strait of Malacca.

Phuket Marks 9/11 With a Welcome and Strong Memories (Phuketwan)

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 22:40:25 GMT

Eielson Airmen Participate in Pacific Unity 11-4

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 22:39:50 GMT

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska - Two Airmen from Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska, provided finance and contracting expertise recently in support of Pacific Unity 11-4, a humanitarian outreach project in Vietnam.

Thai Prime Minister Visits Indonesia, Second of Asean Tour (Thai News)

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 21:39:05 GMT

Australia and U.S. Submarines Complete High Level Tactical Exercise (RAN)

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 19:35:45 GMT

John C. Stennis CSG Serves Community in Malaysia

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 19:35:19 GMT

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia - Sailors from John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCS CSG) departed Port Klang, Malaysia Sept. 8 following a four-day port visit.

Sailors Lend a Hand to Malaysian Youths

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 19:34:43 GMT

PETALING JAYA, Malaysia - Sailors from John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCS CSG) volunteered at a children's home Sept. 6 during a port visit to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Russian Warships Arrive in Cambodia for Visit (CRIENGLISH)

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 19:33:33 GMT

Battleship Missouri Observes Anniversary of End of World War II

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 23:10:21 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - Service members assigned throughout Hawaii, veterans and government leaders attended a ceremony aboard the Battleship Missouri Memorial Sept. 2, commemorating the 66th anniversary of the end of World War II.

Japan's New Government Vows to Move Forward with Plans to Relocate Marines on Okinawa (Stars & Stripes)

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 23:09:31 GMT

Ground Broken for Two New Schools for Military Families in Korea

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 23:08:58 GMT

PYEONGTAEK, South Korea - U.S. and Korean leaders participated in a historic groundbreaking ceremony to mark the beginning of construction for an elementary and high school Sept. 2, for military family members here.

Japan Sets Task Force for Troop Realignment Stars & Stripes)

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 23:08:13 GMT

U.S. 7th Fleet Holds Change of Command Ceremony

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 22:21:33 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - U.S. 7th Fleet held a change of command ceremony on board the command flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) Sept. 7.

India Will Support Bangladesh's Role in Regional, Global Affairs (Malaysia Sun)

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 22:20:28 GMT

Albuquerque Visits Yokosuka during Western Pacific Deployment

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 22:19:20 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - The Los Angeles class fast attack submarine USS Albuquerque (SSN 706) moored at Fleet Activities Yokosuka Sep. 6 for a visit as part of its deployment to the Western Pacific.

Vice President Biden Pays Respects at USS Arizona Memorial (White House Blog)

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 22:18:56 GMT

Yokota Civil Engineer and the Comm. Squadrons Connect to Help Fellow Airman

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 22:18:13 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - When a Yokota Airman needed his room renovated to support a device that would monitor his heart, several squadrons came together to lend a helping hand.

Special US Envoy to Make 1st Trip to Myanmar (Taiwan News)

Wed, 07 Sep 2011 22:17:23 GMT

USS Green Bay Arrives in Darwin Australia

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 21:27:57 GMT

DARWIN, Australia - Amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20) and embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) arrived in Darwin, Australia Sept. 2, as part of a port visit during their 2011 maiden deployment.

Coastal Security Drill begins Off Shoreline (The Times of India)

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 21:26:45 GMT

John C. Stennis Strike Group Visits Port Klang Malaysia

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 21:25:04 GMT

PORT KLANG, Malaysia - Sailors from the John C. Stennis Carrier Strike Group (JCSCSG) arrived in Port Klang, Malaysia for a four-day port visit Sept. 4.

Defence Set to Give US Greater Military Access (The Australian)

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 21:23:36 GMT

Essex Crew Celebrates Centennial of Naval Aviation

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 21:22:01 GMT

SASEBO, Japan - The crew of the forward deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) celebrated the Centennial of Naval Aviation during a ceremony held on the ship's mess decks Sept. 2.

Pacific Unity Concludes in Ha Tinh, Vietnam (Ho'Okele)

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 21:20:46 GMT

Sharp Cites Strength of U.S.-South Korea Alliance (U.S. DoD)

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 20:55:44 GMT

60th Anniversary of ANZUS Treaty (US Reference Service)

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 20:55:14 GMT

Biden: U.S. Presence Vital to Asian Stability, Prosperity (U.S. DoD)

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 22:48:51 GMT

Annual Ulchi Freedom Guardian Exercise Concludes in South Korea

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 22:47:10 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - Exercise Ulchi Freedom Guardian concluded Aug. 26 after two weeks of intense training across the Korean Peninsula.

Joint Exercise Forges Closer Military Cooperation (Australian Navy

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 22:45:55 GMT

Comstock, Green Bay Lend Hand at Thailand Home

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 22:44:39 GMT

PHUKET, Thailand - Sailors and Marines deployed aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Comstock (LSD 45), the amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20) and part of 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) participated in a community service (COMSERV) project with the Royal Thai Navy at the Home & Life Orphanage in Phang Nga, Thailand during a port visit August 23-24.

Biden’s Message to the People of Japan (Rafu Shimpo)

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 22:43:06 GMT

U.S., Singaporean Navies Complete Sea Phase of CARAT Singapore 2011

Fri, 26 Aug 2011 22:41:21 GMT

SOUTH CHINA SEA - U.S. and Singaporean Sailors completed the at-sea portion of the 17th annual Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Singapore 2011 Aug. 26 following six days of underway training.

Vice President Biden Visits Yokota, Thanks Members for Role in Operation Tomodachi

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 22:25:19 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - Vice President Joe Biden spoke before approximately 1,000 military and civilian personnel from the Kanto plains, Aug. 24, at Yokota Air Base, Japan, thanking them for their role during Operation Tomodachi.

Philippines, US Military Relations Up (Manila Bulletin)

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 22:24:19 GMT

Boxer Amphibious Ready Group Visits Thailand

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 22:23:39 GMT

PHUKET, Thailand - The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group (BOXARG) and embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13MEU) entered the port of Phuket, Thailand, Aug. 22, as part of a port visit during their 2011 deployment.

Biden: U.S.-Japan Ties Strong (Daily Yomiuri Online)

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 22:22:53 GMT

Medic Mentorship at Pacific Angel 11-1

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 22:22:19 GMT

Bangkok, Thailand - Pacific Angel Cambodia took on a different flavor August 8, when personnel from the Royal Thai Air Force and a small team of Jungle Medics participated in a subject matter expert exchange in Bangkok, Thailand.

Ulchi Freedom Guardian 2011; 7th Air Force Helps Lead Way

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 22:21:35 GMT

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - Ulchi Freedom Guardian 2011, a Republic of Korea-United States Combined Forces Command exercise, runs from Aug. 16 - 26, with more than 530,000 military forces taking part.

Biden Speaks to Chinese Students on U.S.-China Relations (U.S. DoD)

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 20:55:40 GMT

Boxer Amphibious Ready Group Visits Thailand

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 20:54:22 GMT

PHUKET, Thailand - The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group (BOXARG) and embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13MEU) arrived in Phuket, Thailand, Aug. 22, for a port visit during their 2011 deployment.

USS Ronald Reagan Docks in Guam (Guampdn)

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 20:52:15 GMT

USS Bonhomme Richard to Replace USS Essex

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 20:51:33 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - The U.S. Navy announced Aug. 19, the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6), currently homeported in San Diego, will be forward-deployed to Sasebo, Japan, to replace the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2).

Military Installs Two High-powered Radiation Detectors in Japan (Stars & Stripes)

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 20:50:41 GMT

RED HORSE Team Rides in for Ulchi Freedom Guardian

Mon, 22 Aug 2011 20:50:01 GMT

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - Ulchi Freedom Guardian 2011 augmentees from across the globe arrived here recently to find a tent city already set up by 254th RED HORSE members.

36th Airlift Squadron Takes to the Skies during Pacific Airlift Rally

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 21:01:04 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - Seventy-eight members from the 36th Airlift Squadron at Yokota will test their humanitarian-assistance and disaster-relief abilities in the Pacific Airlift Rally held in Sri Lanka, Aug. 18-22.

U.S. Vice-President Holds Talks in China (The Hindue)

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 21:00:43 GMT

ROK, U.S. Service Members begin Ulchi Freedom Guardian Exercise

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 21:00:13 GMT

OASAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - Republic of Korea and U.S. servicemembers began another year of play in a familiar peninsula-wide exercise.

Mongolia, US Build Friendship during Khaan Quest 2011 (Dvids)

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 20:58:47 GMT

Philippines Navy's Newest Warship Arrives from US (Inquirer)

Thu, 18 Aug 2011 20:58:23 GMT

Expanded At-Sea Training Highlight U.S. – Singapore CARAT Exercise

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 20:49:41 GMT

SINGAPORE - The arrival of two U.S. Navy destroyers to Singapore, followed by an opening ceremony at Changi Naval Base on Monday marks the beginning of the 17th Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Singapore exercise.

Air Mobility Command Builds Extra Capacity at Guam's Andersen Air Force Base (Guam Buildup)

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 20:49:06 GMT

The Multilateral Exercise Tafakula 2011 Officially Begins (Dvids)

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 20:48:45 GMT

USS Cowpens Strengthens Ties through Community Service

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 20:48:16 GMT

LAEM CHABANG, Thailand - More than 44 Sailors from the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63) visited students at the Ban Thung Krad Elementary School for a community service (COMSERV) project Aug. 9.

Pacific Endeavor 2011 Kicks Off

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 20:47:35 GMT

CHANGI NAVAL BASE, Singapore - The Pacific Endeavor 2011 workshop kicked off at the Changi Command and Control Centre in Changi Naval Base, Singapore, Aug. 15, with more than 20 countries and non-government organizations participating from the Pacific region.

III Corps Soldiers Sets up in Republic of Korea

Wed, 17 Aug 2011 20:46:49 GMT

YONGIN, Korea - More than 200 III Corps Soldiers arrived at Command Post Yongin Aug. 7 for the 10-day Ulchi Freedom Guardian exercise.

Singapore and U.S. Participate in Annual Maritime Exercise (Mindef)

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:11:58 GMT

USS Blue Ridge Arrives in South Korea for Ulchi Freedom Guardia

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:11:35 GMT

BUSAN, Republic of Korea - USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) arrived in Busan, Republic of Korea (ROK), Aug. 13, in support of Commander U.S. 7th Fleet's participation in the combined forces exercise Ulchi Freedom Guardian with the ROK navy.

U.S. Keeps an Eagle Eye on Asia (The Australian)

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:10:47 GMT

PHL, US Military to Tackle ‘Mutual Security Concerns’ in Hawaii Meet (GMA News)

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:10:32 GMT

Resolve Tested during Khaan Quest 2011

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:09:41 GMT

FIVE HILLS TRAINING AREA, Mongolia - Members of the Indonesian Air Force participated in a United Nations peace-keeping scenario at Five Hills Training Area, Mongolia on Aug. 9 during Khaan Quest 2011, a joint-exercise hosted by the Mongolian Armed Forces (MAF) in partnership with U.S. Pacific Command forces.

USS George Washington Hosts Vietnam Officials (Chiangrai Times)

Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:08:45 GMT

US Civil Engineers, Royal Cambodian Armed Forces Improve Road and Clinic

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 20:59:41 GMT

KOH KONG, Cambodia - Having access to a clinic for immediate care is something most people take for granted. But when patients couldn't get care from the clinic here due to a washed out road from large amounts of water, the U.S. and Cambodian militaries partnered together to give back to the community.

US and Australian Forces Excel during Talisman Sabre 2011

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 20:59:05 GMT

George Washington Returns to Sea After Visit to Thailand

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 20:58:40 GMT

LAEM CHABANG, Thailand - The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) departed Laem Chabang, Thailand following five days of rest and relaxation for the crew during its most recent patrol Aug. 11.

US Senator Webb to Visit Asia (AFP)

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 20:58:10 GMT

Eielson Medics Overcome Challenges during Operation Pacific Angel - Mongolia

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 20:57:39 GMT

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska - In a deployed environment, military medical professionals must be prepared to do their job with available resources to make sure people get the help they need.

Vietnamese, Cambodian Navies Boost Ties (VoV News)

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 20:57:07 GMT

Airmen Enhance Relationships, Airfield Ops in Cambodia

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 20:07:55 GMT

SIHANOUKVILLE, Cambodia - The ability to deploy anywhere in the world within 12 hours to build an air base and sustain airfield operations is a capability few countries have the capacity to accomplish.

China Launches First Aircraft Carrier on Maiden Sea Trial (The Wall Street Journal)

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 20:07:27 GMT

USS George Washington Strengthens Relationship with Thailand

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 20:07:01 GMT

LAEM CHABANG, Thailand - The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) and her crew of 5,500 Sailors arrived in Laem Chabang, Thailand, Aug. 6 for a port visit after 56 days at sea.

Seahawks on the Way to Thailand (UPI)

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 20:06:38 GMT

Russia and North American Aerospace Defense Command Conduct Exercise Vigilant Eagle 2011

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 20:06:14 GMT

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska - Within minutes after takeoff the first fighter aircraft are visible off the left wing and Exercise Vigilant Eagle 2011 is well underway.

Tongan Military Parade and Tattoo Draws Multinational Crowd

Wed, 10 Aug 2011 20:05:50 GMT

NUKU’ ALOFA, Kingdom of Tonga - Thousands of spectators gathered at Mala’e Pangai, a field in downtown Nuku’ Alofa, for the opening ceremony of the Kingdom of Tonga Military Parade and Tattoo in honor of the birthday of His Majesty, King George Tupou V, Aug. 1.

U.S., Cambodia Partner for Civil Military Assistance Mission

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 20:04:03 GMT

KOH KONG, Cambodia - U.S. Airmen are partnering with their Royal Cambodian Armed Forces aircrew, engineer, and medical counterparts this week for a combined civil military assistance mission in Koh Kong Province, Cambodia, scheduled to run through Aug. 12.

Senior Leaders from 25 Countries Complete Comprehensive Crisis Management Course (APCSS)

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 20:03:31 GMT

USS Cowpens Arrives in Laem Chabang

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 20:03:03 GMT

LAEM CHABANG, Thailand - More than 320 Sailors arrived in Laem Chabang, Thailand, Aug. 6 aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63) for a port visit.

III Corps Soldiers to Depart for South Korean Exercise (KCENTV)

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 20:02:24 GMT

Preventing Disease in Cambodia, One Mosquito at a Time

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 20:02:02 GMT

KOH KONG, Cambodia - U.S. Air Force medical specialists are partnering with local experts here to hunt and trap some of the world's most dangerous insects, carrying some of the world's deadliest diseases.

USS Lassen Draws Thousands on Friendship Days

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 20:01:19 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - More than 6,000 local Yokosuka residents, friends, and family members waited in a line stretching over a mile to tour the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82), during the 35th Friendship Day at Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka Aug. 6.

31st Marine Expeditionary Unit Brings Smiles to Australian Faces

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 22:54:38 GMT

Australia - Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, in Brisbane for a multi-day port visit, brought smiles to elderly patients and children during a community relations event at the Maynor Children’s Hospital, August 4.

31st MEU Shares Knowledge of Amphibious Operations with Australian Service Members

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 22:39:11 GMT

LAVARACK BARRACKS, QUEENSLAND, Australia - The Marine Corps is world renowned for its amphibious capabilities. Whether it’s conducting amphibious assaults, or humanitarian aid and disaster relief operations, the Marine Corps has earned the reputation as an elite amphibious fighting force.

U.S., Vietnam Establish Formal Military Medical Partnership

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 20:05:25 GMT

HANOI, Vietnam - Navy Surgeon General Vice Adm. Adam M. Robinson, Jr. participated in a signing ceremony Aug. 1 with the Vietnamese Ministry of National Defense.

US Has Vital Stakes in S.Asia; Pakistan-India Detente Welcome: Mullen (APP)

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 20:05:03 GMT

Fox Company Learns Live-fire Teamwork in Kangaroo Flats

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 20:04:29 GMT

KANGAROO FLATS, DARWIN, Australia - Marines and Sailors of Company F., Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit conducted live-fire training with machine guns, rockets and snipers here during the exercise Raider Dawn.

News: Maritime Civil Affairs Team Returns from Pacific Partnership Mission (Dvids)

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 20:04:03 GMT

Chuo University Students Visit Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 20:03:37 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - Students and faculty members from Chuo University visited Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka Aug. 2.

NZ Troops Return from Solomon Islands Deployment (New Zealand DF)

Fri, 05 Aug 2011 20:03:11 GMT

Fostering Military Medical Relationships in Thailand

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 21:07:26 GMT

BANGKOK, Thailand - Members of the military nursing community in the Pacific region gathered at the Pullman King Power Hotel in Bangkok, Thailand, on Aug. 1 for the start of the five-day 2011 Asia Pacific Military Nursing Symposium The event is Pacific Command-sponsored and executed under the direction of 13th Air Force at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii.

Navy’s New Flagship Sails for Manila (PIA)

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 21:06:41 GMT

Quartermasters Keep Australian/American Exercise Supplied

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 21:06:17 GMT

CAMP GROWL, Shoalwater Bay Training Area, Australia - The uniforms are different and there are subtle differences in terminology used, but the results are the same for both Australian and American quartermasters: ensuring Soldiers get what they need.

Vietnam to Have Modern Submarine Brigade (VietnamNet)

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 21:05:37 GMT

Space Systems Give Australians, U.S. Soldiers Edge in Talisman Sabre

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 21:04:56 GMT

AUSTRALIAN JOINT OPERATIONS CENTER, Canberra, Australia - For American and Australian Soldiers taking part in Talisman Sabre, satellites can make the difference between winning or losing.

US and Vietnamese Medics Join Forces to Heal Old Wounds (IHS)

Thu, 04 Aug 2011 21:03:49 GMT

Exercise Lightning Strike Brings Together U.S., Singapore Armies

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 19:58:29 GMT

SINGAPORE - Humid air dampened the uniforms underneath the Soldiers’ combat gear as they darted out the back of a Terrex Infantry Carrier Vehicle and began their clearing mission.

U.S., Australian Soldiers Work Together to Judge Talisman Sabre Battles

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 19:57:43 GMT

SHOALWATER BAY TRAINING AREA, Australia - They’re called umpires and just like on a baseball diamond they’re expected to make decisions based on their knowledge and experience - but this is no game.

U.S. and Vietnam Co-host Military Medical Conference

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 19:56:57 GMT

HANOI, Vietnam - U.S. and Vietnamese military officers participated in a bilateral military-medical conference Aug. 2 at Vietnam's Ministry of Defense guest house.

The conference was co-hosted by U.S. Navy Surgeon General Vice Adm. Adam M. Robinson, Jr., and Sr. Col. Vu Quoc Binh, director general of the Vietnamese Ministry of National Defense's Military Medical Department. It brought government and civilian health industry leaders from both countries together to discuss ways to integrate efforts to bolster public health programs and areas of expanded military-medical cooperation.

Senior Chinese Military Officer Stresses Strategic Trust in Asia Pacific (Xinhua)

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 20:13:30 GMT

Mongolia's Military Trains With U.S., Buys Fighters From Russia (Eurasianet)

Tue, 02 Aug 2011 20:13:09 GMT

Asian Nations Move to Calm Tensions, US Commends (Associated Press)

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 23:11:56 GMT

U.S. Navy, Partner Nations Complete Pacific Partnership

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 23:08:48 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - The Pacific Partnership 2011 (PP11) mission arrived at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam aboard amphibious transport dock ship USS Cleveland (LPD 7) July 22.

Clinton Welcomes South China Sea Guidelines (Voice of America)

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 23:08:04 GMT

US Marines to Visit New Zealand Next Year (Associated Press)

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 23:07:43 GMT

Environmental Survey Keeps Jets in Air, Birds at Bay

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 23:07:20 GMT

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - After completing a mission essential flight supporting the Wolf Pack mission, a pilot with the 35th Fighter Squadron, comes in on his final approach to land his F-16 Fighting Falcon on Kunsan's legendary runway.

Clinton Praises Peace Agreement over South China Sea (Albuquerque Express)

Fri, 22 Jul 2011 23:06:43 GMT

Japanese F-15s Arrive at Red Flag-Alaska

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 21:08:17 GMT

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska - Several Japan Air Self-Defense Force Mitsubishi F-15 Eagles joined other RED FLAG-Alaska participants July 12 after having its entire F-15 fighter fleet grounded in response to an incident on July 4 with one of the fighter jets during a routine training exercise back in Japan.

Hillary Bouquet: 3 Pacts, an Invite for PM (Indian Express)

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 21:07:53 GMT

US Trains Australian Army Beachmasters during Talisman Sabre

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 21:07:23 GMT

SABINA POINT, Australia - Members of Beachmaster Unit (BMU) 1 and Assault Craft Unit (ACU) 5 conducted training with beachmasters of the 35th Water Transport Squadron (WTS) of the Australian Defence Force at Shoalwater Bay Training Area in Sabina Point, Australia, July 15.

China, ASEAN Agree on Plans to Solve South China Sea Dispute (CNN)

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 21:06:14 GMT

Marines Project Power from Sea at Freshwater Beach

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 21:05:40 GMT

FRESHWATER BEACH, Queensland, Australia - As more than 15 amphibious assault vehicles charged out of the sea here this morning, Marines and Sailors of Company G., Battalion Landing Team 2nd Battalion, 7th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, inside the vehicles prepared to spring into action.

A Look at the Top Issues at Asian Security Meeting (AP)

Thu, 21 Jul 2011 21:05:00 GMT

South China Sea War,Blood Oil and American Interest(Business Insider)

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 23:16:16 GMT

China military a threat to Taiwan: MND (The China Post)

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 23:14:21 GMT

Japanese Tea Ceremony for Peace Held on USS Arizona Memorial(DOD)

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 23:11:35 GMT

Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam - Dr. Genshitsu Sen, the 15th grand tea master of the Urasenke School of Tea, performed a sacred Japanese tea ceremony on the USS Arizona Memorial at the World War II Valor of the Pacific National Monument, July 19.

Clinton Says US Encouraged by India-Pakistan Talks (ABC))

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 23:09:41 GMT

Clinton Says US Encouraged by India-Pakistan Talks (ABC News)

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 20:52:34 GMT

Two Ships, One Partnership Mission

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 20:52:14 GMT

USS CLEVELAND, At Sea - Two ships are underway this summer from Baltimore and San Diego conducting humanitarian assistance missions in the U.S. Southern Command and U.S. Pacific Command areas of responsibility, bringing America’s Global Force for Good directly to the people of several Caribbean, Central and South American, and Pacific Island nations.

U.S.-led Pacific Partnership 2011 Wraps Up (Stars & Stripes)

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 20:51:54 GMT

Rare Mid-Winter Mission to Antarctica Necessary for Medical Evacuation

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 20:51:26 GMT

MCCHORD FIELD, Wash - It was a routine flight, unless you consider the extreme dark and extreme cold (-40 degrees Fahrenheit).

Battles on the Beach at Shoalwater Bay (ABC Capricornia)

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 20:32:56 GMT

JBER Airmen Support Red Flag-Alaska International Partnership

Tue, 19 Jul 2011 20:30:25 GMT

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska - The multinational exercise, Red Flag-Alaska, kicked off Monday at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. Along with U.S. Air Force personnel, the event includes units from Thailand, Australia, Singapore, and Japan. The exercise is scheduled to conclude July 22.

Keeping the Peace in Massive, Complex Arena

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 21:26:37 GMT

SINGAPORE - U.S. Pacific Command's top combatant commander, Adm. Robert Willard, contends with a myriad of problems over a region covering 50 percent of the world's surface area and 60 percent of the world's population. His area of responsibility includes 36 countries, 20 territories and 10 U.S. territories and possessions.

US, South Korea to Stage Joint Drill Next Month (AFP)

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 21:26:10 GMT

BMU 1, ACU 5 Train Australian Army Beachmasters During Talisman Sabre

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 21:25:39 GMT

USS George Washington Crew Share Stories (FOX2 Detroit)

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 21:24:44 GMT

USS Fitzgerald Completes Successful Firing Exercise during Talisman Sabre 11

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 21:24:18 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Fitzgerald (DDG 62) demonstrated its naval surface fire support (NSFS) capabilities during a firing exercise off the coast of Australia July 12-13, in support of exercise Talisman Sabre 2011.

U.S. Paratroops Drop in on Talisman Sabre Exercise (Stars & Stripes)

Mon, 18 Jul 2011 21:23:42 GMT

CARAT Projects in West Elem School: More than Just Facilities (PIA)

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 22:56:24 GMT

Final Performance in Brunei is Historic Hirst for Misawa Crew

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 22:56:02 GMT

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan - Two F-16 Fighting Falcons and aircrew assigned to the 35th Fighter Wing, Misawa Air Base, Japan, along with a C-17 Globemaster III and aircrew assigned to the 15th Wing, Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam, Hawaii performed their final aerial and ground show in Brunei Darussalam as the the 3rd Biennial Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition came to a close July 9.

Singapore and Bruneian Navies Conduct Bilateral Exercise (Mindef)

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 22:55:28 GMT

USS McCampbell Sailors visit Children’s Hospital at Westmead

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 22:55:02 GMT

SYDNEY - Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke class destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) joined sailors from Her Majesty’s Australian Ship Parramatta for a service project at the Children’s Hospital at Westmead during McCampbell’s port visit to Sydney July 7.

Mullen Wraps up China visit, "Confident" of U.S.-China Military Ties (Xinhuanet)

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 22:53:58 GMT

Pacific Partnership 2011 Shares a World of Stories with Children in the Federated States of Micronesia

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 22:53:37 GMT

POHNPEI, Federated States of Micronesia - Members of the Pacific Partnership 2011 (PP11) team participated in Pohnpei Public Library’s Library Camp to read to local children of Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), July 12.

US Military Chief Tours Chinese Bases (TurkishWeekly)

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 20:52:15 GMT

Pacific Partnership 2011 Shares Culture, Stories with Micronesian Children

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 20:51:52 GMT

POHNPEI, Federated States of Micronesia - Members of the Pacific Partnership 2011 (PP11) team from USS Cleveland (LPD 7) participated in Pohnpei Public Library's Library Camp, in Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia (FSM), July 12.

Game on for Mates' Battle (NTNews Australia)

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 20:51:15 GMT

Thailand Sends Navy to Join int''l Operations Against Piracy (IBMLive)

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 20:50:59 GMT

Misawa Demonstrates Air Power for the First Time in Brunei

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 20:50:22 GMT

BRUNEI DARUSSALAM - Aircraft from Misawa Air Base, Japan, and Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, perform at the Brunei Darussalam International Defense Exhibition 2011, July 2. This marks the first time U.S. Air Force and Pacific Air Forces have participated in BRIDEX.

Mullen: U.S.-China Military Efforts Target Mutual Threats (U.S. DoD)

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 20:49:14 GMT

Exercise Talisman Sabre Begins in Northern Australia

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 21:30:54 GMT

CAMP ROCKY, ROCKHAMPTON, Australia - The start of joint United States (US) and Australia military training exercise, Talisman Sabre 2011 (TS11), was marked with a successful Open Day event at the Rockhampton showgrounds in central Queensland yesterday.

US, Chinese Military Chiefs Discuss Disputes (VoA)

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 21:30:09 GMT

Air Defenders Hold English Class for ROK Air Force

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 21:29:38 GMT

SUWON AIR BASE, South Korea - Andy Kim could not be happier today. He has learned interesting facts about Sponge Bob Square Pants and the synopsis of the latest Transformer movie.

Chinese Warships Participate in International Defense Exhibition (DefPro)

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 21:28:53 GMT

Japanese Self Defense Force Medical Staff Support Pacific Partnership 2011

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 21:28:22 GMT

POHNPEI, Federated States of Micronesia - Medical officers from the Japanese Self Defense Force (JSDF) provided support at a medical civic action project (MEDCAP) in Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) for Pacific Partnership 2011, July 8.

Mullen Urges China to Become Global Security Partner (U.S. DoD)

Mon, 11 Jul 2011 21:27:44 GMT

Panetta Pledges ‘No Hollow Force’ on His Watch (U.S. DoD)

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 21:15:03 GMT

USS Avenger and USS Guardian Arrive in Hong Kong

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 21:14:11 GMT

HONG KONG - USS Avenger (MCM 1) and USS Guardian (MCM 5) moored in Victoria Harbor July 3, for a port visit to engage with locals and experience the unique culture of Hong Kong.

During the visit, the American Club Hong Kong will host members of the crew for dinner, Sailors will celebrate the 4th of July with a picnic at nearby Splinter Beach, members of each crew will play softball with a local youth group, and deliver donated goods to and clean up a park near Crossroads Village.

USS Ford Arrives in Vladivostok, Russia

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 21:12:22 GMT

VLADIVOSTOK, Russia - The visit to Vladivostok is a first for Ford’s Commanding Officer, Cmdr. Donald Foss, and his crew. He said the entire crew is looking forward to engaging with the Russian navy and interacting with the local community.

"We are honored to be here in Vladivostok," said Foss. "The U.S. and Russia share a common interest in promoting peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region. My crew and I look forward to this experience and fostering a growing relationship with our Russian counterparts."

Curtis Wilbur Conducts Live Fire Exercise

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 20:07:47 GMT

STRAIGHTS OF LUZON - USS Curtis Wilbur (DDG 54) conducted a live fire exercise, to test the readiness of it’s weapons systems June 29.

Patriots Celebration Will Honor Pacific Commandos (Star & Advertiser)

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 20:07:09 GMT

Navy Adm. Robert Willard, head of U.S. forces in the Pacific, will offer the keynote address tonight at the Hawaii Foodbank's 16th annual Patriots Celebration, which will salute special operations forces in the Pacific.

USS Essex Embarks 31st MEU Aviation Combat Element

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 20:06:12 GMT

PHILIPPINE SEA - After onloading the ground elements of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) at White Beach Naval Facility, Okinawa, Japan, the amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) got underway to embark aircraft from the MEU's Aviation Combat Element (ACE) June 29.

Gift from Sky a Welcome Drop (Australian DoD)

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 20:05:36 GMT

For the children from the East Timor village of Zumalai it was a day of excitement and one the local community will long remember.

Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs Gives Thanks for Operation Tomodachi

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 20:05:05 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - High ranking officials from the U.S. Army, Air Force and Navy were invited to Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs June 30 in appreciation for Operation Tomodachi.

U.S., Vietnam to Hold Joint Naval Activities Starting July 15 (Bloomberg)

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 20:04:30 GMT

George Washington Conducts Mass Casualty Drill

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 22:26:11 GMT

PHILIPPINE SEA - Preparing for the worst of all possible scenarios, hundreds of Sailors from the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) were put through a life-like mass casualty drill as the ship transited across the waters of the Philippine Sea, June 28.

Philippine Navy to Join Brunei International Defense Exhibition (PIA)

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 22:24:49 GMT

Germantown Embarks 31st MEU, Prepares for Talisman Saber

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 22:24:17 GMT

OKINAWA, Japan - The forward-deployed dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) completed on loading more than 450 Marines and Sailors assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) June 27 in preparation for exercise Talisman Saber 2011 (TS11).

US, Philippines Start Joint Naval Drills (China Post)

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 22:23:40 GMT

PUERTO PRINCESA, Philippines -- The United States pledged on Tuesday its “enduring commitment” to helping the Philippines, as the longtime allies began naval exercises amid a simmering maritime row with China.

Sendai Students Meet Airmen Who Provided Relief during Operation Tomodachi

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 22:22:39 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - Twenty-four students from Sendai Ikuei Gakuen High School visited Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam June 24, while in Hawaii studying at I-Lion Hawaii School. The students are continuing their education and learning English while their homes and schools are being rebuilt in the wake of the March 11 earthquake and tsunami in Sendai, Japan.

Thurman Wants to Bolster U.S.-South Korean Ties (US. DoD)

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 22:21:50 GMT

WASHINGTON, June 28, 2011 – Army Gen. James D. Thurman told the Senate Armed Services Committee that he would work to strengthen the U.S.-South Korea alliance amid provocations and uncertainties from North Korea.

Misawa Relief Efforts Continue with Help from Private Citizens in the Seattle Area

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 20:34:08 GMT

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan - Although it's been more than three months since the March 11 earthquake and subsequent tsunami struck Japan, members of the Misawa Air Base community are still continuing with relief efforts to help those affected in surrounding areas.

Thurman: U.S. Force Realignment in Korea a Top Priority (Stars & Stripes)

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 20:33:25 GMT

WASHINGTON – North Korea’s Kim Jong Il will continue his “cycle of provocations” and will remain the most dangerous threat to North Asia, Army Gen. James Thurman said Tuesday in his confirmation hearing to be the next commanding general of U.S. troops in Korea.

U.S., Philippine Navies Join for 17th CARAT Exercise

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 20:32:54 GMT

PUERTO PRINCESA, Philippines - Three U.S. Navy ships arrived in Puerto Princesa, Philippines, to launch the 17th Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Philippines, June 28.

China-US Talks Focus on Issues in Asia-Pacific (China Daily)

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 20:32:17 GMT

Northern Edge Participants Complete Successful Exercise

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 20:31:45 GMT

JOINT BASE ELEMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska - After two weeks of learning to communicate and work in a joint environment, service members from every branch of service are packing their bags and heading home with the conclusion of Exercise Northern Edge 2011.

RP-US Naval Exercises Kick Off (Manila Bulletin)

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 20:30:58 GMT

MANILA, Philippines — The annual Philippines-US bilateral military exercises dubbed Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training or CARAT Philippines 2011, where some 800 American servicemen will join their Filipino counterparts, will kick off Tuesday at Puerto Princesa City in Palawan.

U.S., Australian Forces to Conduct Major Exercise

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 19:44:04 GMT

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii - More than 22,000 U.S. and Australian personnel will participate in the military training exercise Talisman Sabre 2011 in Australia during July.

Japan, U.S. Agree to Drop 2014 Deadline to Relocate Futenma Base (Mainichi Daily)

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 19:42:54 GMT

WASHINGTON (Kyodo) -- Japan and the United States agreed at security talks between their defense and foreign ministers in Washington on Tuesday to drop their deadline for the relocation of a key U.S. base within Okinawa Prefecture by 2014, a move that will likely further stall the already protracted negotiations over the base.

Navy Explores Military Medical Partnerships with Vietnam

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 19:42:23 GMT

WASHINGTON - The Navy's top medical corps officer discussed areas of mutual interest with senior military officials of the government of Vietnam during their visit to the United States, June 15.

Gates: U.S. Committed to Robust Presence in East Asia (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 19:42:02 GMT

WASHINGTON, June 21, 2011 – The United States remains committed to maintaining a robust forward presence in the East Asian region, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said today.

Marines Keep an Eye on the Sky in Alaska

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 19:41:31 GMT

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska -Marine Air Control Squadron One, from Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., recently ventured to Alaska for the first time to participate in the U.S. Pacific Command exercise Northern Edge 11.

Sharp Says Alliance Ready to Counter Provocations

Wed, 22 Jun 2011 19:38:41 GMT

SEOUL — During an address to the Association of the Republic of Korea Army at Koreana Hotel here June 20, the top U.S. military commander in Korea said the ROK-U.S. Alliance is ready to counter any provocations against South Korea.

Soldiers, Marines Join Forces to Communicate at Kodiak

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 19:53:53 GMT

KODIAK, Alaska - Communicating from land to sea and air plays a vital role during joint operations in the U.S. military. Soldiers and Marines have made this communication possible in Kodiak, Alaska, for Exercise Northern Edge 11.

U.S. Urges Negotiation in South China Sea Disputes (U.S. DoD)

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 19:53:23 GMT

WASHINGTON, June 21, 2011 – The United States, like the rest of the world, has a deep interest in ensuring freedom of navigation in the South China Sea and in helping defuse tensions over territorial disputes there, a senior defense official said yesterday.

Pacific Partnership Team Competes in Dili Marathon for Peace

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 19:52:54 GMT

DILI, Timor-Leste - Fifty Pacific Partnership 2011 team members ran in Timor-Leste's second annual "Marathon for Peace" in Dili, June 18.

US-Japan Mull Marine Base Plans at Security Talks (AP)

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 19:52:30 GMT

WASHINGTON (AP) — Top U.S. and Japanese officials are meeting Tuesday to discuss how to salvage costly plans to relocate a U.S. Marine air station on Okinawa that face opposition in both countries.

Command Post Exercise Provides Invaluable, Real-world Training for US Indonesian Soldiers

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 19:52:04 GMT

BOGOR, Indonesia - In an effort to support stability and peacekeeping operations, U.S. and Indonesian Soldiers have combined their expertise and talents for an intense, nearly two-week, command post exercise as part of U.S. Army, Pacific’s Exercise Garuda Shield, June 16.

Pacific Partnership Arrives in East Timor (Australian DoD)

Tue, 21 Jun 2011 19:51:40 GMT

The Pacific Partnership 2011 (PP11) team has arrived in East Timor to begin the fourth phase of its humanitarian assistance/disaster response mission.

U.S. and Indonesian Airmen Begin Airlift Exercise Cope West 11

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 19:55:18 GMT

HALIM AIR BASE, Indonesia - Airmen from the 374th Airlift Wing at Yokota Air Base, Japan, and their Indonesian Air Force counterparts gathered at a ceremony to officially mark the beginning of the U.S. and Indonesian tactical airlift exercise called Cope West 11 on June 20 at Halim Air Base, Indonesia.

China, US Launch Rival Mercy Aid Ships (Herald Sun)

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 19:53:01 GMT

A new study by the Royal Australian Navy Sea Power Centre says China embarked on its foray into naval medical diplomacy last year with a three-month voyage to African and Indian Ocean nations by the new hospital ship Peace-Ark.

USS Cleveland Welcomes Papua New Guinea, Timor-Leste Ship Riders

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 19:52:22 GMT

DILI, Timor-Leste - Seven soldiers and sailors from the Timor-Leste and Papua New Guinea Defense Forces will complete Ship Rider program training aboard amphibious transport dock ship USS Cleveland (LPD 7), the flagship for Pacific Partnership 2011, June 20.

US, 6 Southeast Asian Nations Start Exercise on Vital Sea Lanes (Inquire)

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 19:51:44 GMT

Multilateral naval exercises among the Philippines, United States and five other Southeast Asian nations in the region’s vital sea lanes will proceed to the exercise proper on Monday, officials said.

No Agent Orange Found in Water Near Camp Carroll

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 19:50:33 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - No traces of Agent Orange were found during water sampling tests on the wells in the community adjacent to Camp Carroll, the Joint Investigation Team announced June 16, 2011.

US Navy in MIA Search off Vietnam: US Official (Straits Times)

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 19:49:49 GMT

HANOI - A US Navy ship on Monday ended a near month-long search off the Vietnamese coast for the wreckage of aircraft which crashed during the Vietnam War, a US official said.

7th Fleet Expands Partnership with Indonesian Navy

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 19:43:47 GMT

JAKARTA, Indonesia - The U.S. Navy will expand its “strong and growing” friendship with the Indonesian Navy, the U.S. 7th Fleet commander said June 17.

U.S. Navy in South China Sea Exercise with ASEAN (UPI)

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 19:43:26 GMT

US Soldiers Share Tactical Knowledge with Indonesian Armed Forces

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 19:42:59 GMT

BOGOR, Indonesia - Improvised explosive devices are one of the most dangerous weapons Soldiers encounter during missions around the globe. Seasoned U.S. Soldiers are teaching Indonesian Soldiers to face that danger on their own terms, June 13.

Vietnam Starts Joint Agent Orange Cleanup with U.S. (Yahoo News)

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 19:42:36 GMT

U.S. Navy Joins Southeast Asian Partners In Counter-Terrorism Exercise

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 19:42:14 GMT

SINGAPORE - The 10th annual Southeast Asia Cooperation Against Terrorism (SEACAT) maritime security exercise began June 15, as liaison officers from the U.S. and Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore and Thailand began training to track simulated contacts of interest at sea.

Eighty-one Complete the Advanced Security Cooperation Course (APCSS)

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 19:41:49 GMT

Hawaii Reservists Strengthen US, Indonesian Partnership Through Humanitarian Mission

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 19:17:51 GMT

BOGOR, Indonesia - Hawaii-based U.S. Army Reservists have partnered with Indonesian soldiers to build a large community center and a public market that will benefit a village in Situ Gede, which is located in the outskirts of Bogor, Indonesia.

Security Talks to Seek Locales-U.S. Forces Ties (The Japan Times)

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 19:17:27 GMT

PACAF Band-Asia Brings Courage, Hope to Japanese

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 19:17:06 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - Eighty-three days after the worst recorded earthquake and tsunami struck Japan, the Band of the Pacific-Asia's "Pacific Trends" rock/pop group traveled to the Miyagi and Iwate areas, including Sendai City, bringing smiles, clapping, dancing, and even sharing a few tears of relief together with one of America's best friends and closest allies.

HMAS Parramatta Lends a Hand in Cambodia (Australian Navy)

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 19:16:38 GMT

Volunteers Bring HOPE to the Pacific

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 19:16:15 GMT

DARWIN, Australia - Four members of Project HOPE's second rotation team will depart the mission, June 14, and will be replaced by nine new volunteers in Darwin.

6-52nd Air Defense Artillery Battalion Holds Squad Training in Korea (USFK)

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 19:15:48 GMT

US, Indonesia Partner for Exercise Garuda Shield 2011

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 21:47:51 GMT

BOGOR, Indonesia - " Hundreds of U.S. and Indonesian Soldiers gathered to participate in the opening ceremony of an annual bilateral exercise, today, at the Tentara Nasional Indonesia (TNI-Indonesian Armed Forces) Engineer Training Center of Army Education and Training Command, Pusdikzi.

Japan Nuke Plants to Add Vents, other Safety Steps (Yahoo News)

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 21:46:09 GMT

Army Secretary Visits U.S., Philippine Forces during Pacific Tour

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 21:45:15 GMT

ZAMBOANGA CITY, Philippines - Secretary of the Army John McHugh visited Joint Special Operations Task Force-Philippines and the Armed Forces of the Philippines Western Mindanao Command June 7, 2011, to discuss strategic Philippine/US partnerships, and the importance of the “3Ds approach” -- diplomacy, development, and defense "to combating terrorism, and promoting peace and stability, in southern Mindanao.

Chairman's Corner: Happy Birthday Army! (DoD Live)

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 21:31:01 GMT

Sheriff Speaks to S. Korean Police

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 21:30:19 GMT

GUNSAN CITY, Republic of Korea - Lt. Col. Mark Anarumo, 8th Security Forces Squadron commander at Kunsan Air Base, Korea, delivered a presentation to members of the Korean National Police June 7 at a local police station in Gunsan City.

Philippines Joins Southeast Asian Countries, U.S. in Naval Exercise (People's Daily)

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 21:29:27 GMT

Canadian Pacific Partnership Contingent Departs USS Cleveland

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 20:40:07 GMT

DARWIN, Australia - The Canadian contingent aboard amphibious transport dock ship USS Cleveland (LPD7), the flagship for Pacific Partnership 2011

Joint Investigation Team Briefs Officials, Residents (USFK)

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 20:39:20 GMT

Pearl Harbor Maintains High Operations Tempo, Recognizes Strategic Importance

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 20:38:26 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - As Hawaii bid farewell to USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), June 10 following a brief port visit, Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH) Port Operations continues to be busy with the largest group of visitors since last summer's Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise.

RI, US Conduct Joint Military Exercise in Bogor (JakartaGlobe)

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 20:37:31 GMT

Republic of Korea Recovers U.S. Mine Hunting Equipment

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 20:36:35 GMT

KOREA STRAIT - A Republic of Korea (ROK) recovery effort located and recovered U.S. Navy minehunting equipment on June 9 in waters south of Chinhae, Republic of Korea.

Tropical Skin Disease Making a Big Comeback (NTNews)

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 20:35:24 GMT

SECNAV Stresses Alternative Energy at Current Strategy Forum

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 20:34:52 GMT

NEWPORT, R.I. - Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus spoke on the importance of pursuing alternative energy during a keynote speech at the U.S. Naval War College's 62nd annual Current Strategy Forum (CSF) in Newport, R.I., June 8.

China Navy to Stage Drills in Western Pacific (AFP)

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 20:31:37 GMT

Russia Emerges as a Big Player in Asia-Pacific (Moscow Times)

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 20:30:50 GMT

Air Traffic Controllers See Bigger Picture

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 20:30:02 GMT

Kadena Air Base, Japan - Serving as an air traffic controller is one of the most stressful jobs in the Air Force, and being at Kadena couldn't make this any truer.

Vietnamese Delegates Tour Marine Corps Air Station Kaneohe Bay (dvids)

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 20:26:29 GMT

US Marines, Sailors Complete Training with Indonesian Korps Marinir

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 20:25:48 GMT

ANTRA LINA TRAINING AREA, Indonesia - Marines and Sailors of Landing Force Company concluded training with Indonesian Marines from 6th Infantry Battalion 2nd Brigade, Korps Marinir at Antra Lina training area, Indonesia June 1.

Japanese Destroyers Visit Bay (Tribune)

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 20:23:48 GMT

Submarine Participation the Highlight of 17th U.S. – Malaysia CARAT Exercise

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 20:48:22 GMT

KUANTAN, Malaysia - The arrival of four U.S. Navy ships to Kuantan marks the beginning of the 17th annual Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Malaysia exercise. For the first time in the exerciseâ€™s 17-year history, a U.S. attack submarine is participating, enabling U.S. and Malaysian forces to conduct expanded at-sea training.

Commander of the Navy attends 10th Asia Security Summit (The Shangri-La Dialogue)

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 20:42:53 GMT

Australian Defence Force Medical Personnel Work with Pacific Partnership

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 20:42:05 GMT

DARWIN, Australia - Medical professionals from the Australian Defence Force (ADF) departed the Pacific Partnership 2011 mission as a new team reported to take the reins in Darwin, Australia, June 8.

S. Korea Holds Joint Military Exercise with U.S. (Xinhua Net)

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 20:40:54 GMT

Smart Meters Enlighten Engineers of Base Energy Usage

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 20:40:13 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - The 718thand 18th Civil Engineer Squadrons are in the process of installing and wirelessly connecting 217 electric meters on 150 high-energy consumption buildings as part of Kadena's cost savings initiative.

Visit to Haus Clare Crisis Centre for Children (Australian DoD)

Wed, 08 Jun 2011 20:39:21 GMT

USS Lassen Completes Maintenance, Returns Home

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 20:45:23 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82) returned to its forward-deployed port of Yokosuka, Japan, June 4.

US Navy Keen for Darwin Mission (NT News)

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 20:44:20 GMT

Yokota Maintainers Help local Town Clean the Streets

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 20:43:37 GMT

MIZUHO TOWN, Japan - Sunday is usually a day for relaxation before another busy week of work, but for some Yokota Airmen, it was a day to roll up their sleeves and get cleaning.

U.S. Ambassador Positive on Japan's Future after Quake Disaster (Mainichi)

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 20:42:20 GMT

U.S., Korean Air Forces Rumble Forward in Max Thunder 11-1

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 20:41:42 GMT

KWANGJU AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - The South Korean and U.S. air forces hosted a joint exercise here May recently to sharpen their ability to work together in a simulated wartime environment.

Submarine Escape and Rescue Capability Exercised off the West Coast (Aust. DoD)

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 20:40:58 GMT

Gates: U.S. Asia-Pacific Presence to Grow (UPI)

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 19:39:55 GMT

Airsoft Games Hit Target for 10th Straight Year in Korea

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 19:39:13 GMT

SEONGNAM, South Korea - What has hundreds of legs, two tails and a protective outer layer and can run down suspects, shoot targets, find bombs, break boards and speak two languages?

Farewell from Papua New Guinea (Australian Defence)

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 19:38:23 GMT

Pearl Harbor Remembers Battle of Midway at USS Arizona Memorial

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 19:37:54 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - Representatives of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam marked the 69th anniversary of the World War II Battle of Midway with a solemn wreath laying ceremony at the USS Arizona Memorial June 3.

China Pledges Peace in Sea Territorial Disputes (CNN)

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 19:37:08 GMT

Submarine Escape and Rescue Capability Exercised off the West Coast (Diplomat)

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 19:36:18 GMT

Barometer for Pacific Success (The Diplomat)

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 19:34:53 GMT

Pacific Partnership Departs Papua New Guinea after Helping Thousands

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 21:34:01 GMT

LAE, Papua New Guinea - Guinea, serving close to 11,000 people, Pacific Partnership 2011 concluded its mission May 31 and got underway aboard amphibious transport dock ship USS Cleveland (LPD 7).

Japan MSDF Sets up First Overseas Base in Djibouti to Fight Piracy (Mainichi Daily)

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 21:33:18 GMT

US Admiral: Malaysian Force High-end and Accomplished in the Region (The Star)

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 21:31:47 GMT

Hawaii Chamber of Commerce Hosts Concert to Honor Service Members

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 21:31:04 GMT

HONOLULU - The sounds of freedom reverberated throughout the historic Hawaii Theatre, as service members mustered for the 2011 Combined Military Band Concert, here, May 21.

New Zealand Captain To Lead US Piracy Task Force (Voxy)

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 21:30:00 GMT

6-52nd ADA Battalion Honors ROK Ship Cheonan (USFK)

Thu, 02 Jun 2011 21:20:58 GMT

U.S. and China Set for Military Talks in Singapore (Foreign Policy)

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 20:20:57 GMT

Pacific Partnership Builds Understanding through Soccer Competes in Papua New Guinea

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 20:20:08 GMT

LAE, Papua New Guinea - The Pacific Partnership soccer team played an exhibition match against a Lae, Papua New Guinean team May 29, giving Sailors the chance to strengthen relationships during Pacific Partnership 2011.

US-Malaysia Military Ties Continue to Strengthen (Bernama)

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 20:18:51 GMT

UN Report Highlights Japan Nuclear Plant Flaws (Reuters)

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 20:17:20 GMT

Nondestructive Inspection Flight Save Lives

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 20:16:33 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - Inspections are the Air Force's primary tool to ensure that its equipment and personnel are ready at a moment's notice.

Defense Secretary Reasserts US Support of Asian Allies (Star & Advertiser)

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 20:15:17 GMT

Gates Stresses Reflection in Memorial Day Message (U.S. DoD)

Thu, 26 May 2011 19:45:03 GMT

US-Indonesian Navy Exercise Highlights Joint At-Sea Training

Thu, 26 May 2011 19:44:14 GMT

JAKARTA, Indonesia - Three U.S. Navy ships arrived in Jakarta, Indonesia, May 25 for the beginning of the 17th annual Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Indonesia exercise.

Australia and Thailand Participate in Combined Naval Exercise (Navy)

Thu, 26 May 2011 19:43:22 GMT

Yokota Students Showcase Soroban/Abacus Skills

Thu, 26 May 2011 19:42:32 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - May 25 was just a regular day for many people in Japan, but for 120 elementary and middle school kids in Department of Defense schools from Yokota and the surrounding Kanto Plains area, it was more, it was the day of the soroban competition.

Soldiers from ADA Battalion Hold English Class for Suwon Police (USFK)

Thu, 26 May 2011 19:39:46 GMT

US, Indonesia Hold Annual Military Exercise (Vivanews)

Wed, 25 May 2011 19:55:42 GMT

Pacific Partnership Team Rebuilds School in Papua New Guinea

Wed, 25 May 2011 19:55:20 GMT

BUBIA, Papua New Guinea - Amphibious Construction Battalion 1 (ACB-1) completed the final additions to the Bubia primary school in Papua New Guinea May 25, during Pacific Partnership 2011.

Indonesia Buys $400M of Korean Jets (Korea JoongAng Daily)

Wed, 25 May 2011 19:54:57 GMT

Misawa Air Base Kayakers Rescued at Sea, Restrictions Placed on Water Activity

Wed, 25 May 2011 19:54:26 GMT

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan - A combined search for four missing kayakers from Misawa Air Base ended successfully with their rescue Monday afternoon.

U.S. Warships Arrive in Indonesia for Joint Military Drills (PhilStar)

Wed, 25 May 2011 19:54:02 GMT

Airmen Execute Life-saving MedEvac Mission from American Samoa

Wed, 25 May 2011 19:53:34 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - In the early hours of the morning on May 22, a C-17 from the 535th Airlift Squadron and medical crews from the 13th Air Force Surgeon General's office and 18th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, departed in a moment's notice for Pago Pago, American Samoa, to save the life of a critically ill child.

USS Avenger Arrives in Sembawang, Singapore

Tue, 24 May 2011 20:09:08 GMT

SEMBAWANG, Singapore - USS Avenger (MCM 1) arrived in Sembawang, Singapore May 23 for a port call

Aid Mission Medics Overwhelmed in Papua New Guinea (Radio Australia)

Tue, 24 May 2011 20:08:27 GMT

JBER Airman Measures Radiation after Japan Disaster

Tue, 24 May 2011 20:08:00 GMT

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska - The sergeant's view from the coastline was nothing less than awe inspiring. Evidence of the wave's violence was the only disruption of the serenity.

UN Opens Probe into Japan's Crippled Nuclear Plant (Yahoo News)

Tue, 24 May 2011 20:07:22 GMT

USS McCampbell Departs Singapore

Tue, 24 May 2011 20:06:39 GMT

SINGAPORE - Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) departed Singapore May 21.

Pacific Partnership Visits Crisis Centre in Papua New Guinea

Mon, 23 May 2011 19:58:14 GMT

LAE, Papua New Guinea - Members of the multi-national mission Pacific Partnership 2011, based aboard amphibious transport dock ship USS Cleveland (LPD 7) conducted medical and dental examinations at Haus Clare Crisis Centre for Children in Lae, Papua New Guinea (PNG), May 21.

UN Atomic Watchdog Experts Arrive in Japan (Bangkok Post)

Mon, 23 May 2011 19:57:49 GMT

USS McCampbell Sailors Visit Children at 11 Street

Mon, 23 May 2011 19:57:27 GMT

SINGAPORE - Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile-destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) interacted with children during a community service(COMSERV) project at the Children at 11 Street After School Program in Singapore, May 19.

Strong Military is Key to Long-term U.S. Success, Gates Says (U.S. DoD)

Mon, 23 May 2011 19:57:00 GMT

Marine Corps 'Devil Dogs' train with RED HORSE Airmen

Mon, 23 May 2011 19:56:10 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - As the Department of Defense moves towards more judicious fiscal spending, Kadena's 554th RED HORSE Squadron partnered with Engineer Operations Company Marines from Camp Foster's Marine Wing Support Squadron 172, battling budget woes by conducting joint training at Kadena's Silver Flag site.

US Aircraft Carrier Carl Vinson Arrives in Hong Kong on 4-day Visit (PhilStar)

Mon, 23 May 2011 19:55:34 GMT

USS Avenger Practices Mine Sweeping in the Strait of Malacca

Fri, 20 May 2011 20:22:50 GMT

STRAIT OF MALACCA - The mine countermeasures ship USS Avenger (MCM 1) Sailors practiced mine countermeasure operations in the Strait of Malacca May 20, in an evolution designed to train in preparation of real-life contingencies.

CARAT 2011 Sparkles with 150 Shore, Ocean-based Exercises (PattayaMail)

Fri, 20 May 2011 20:22:27 GMT

Angkor Sentinel Officially Begins with Opening Ceremony

Fri, 20 May 2011 20:22:07 GMT

KAMPONG SPEU PROVINCE, Cambodia - Angkor Sentinel 2011 officially began with an opening ceremony May 18, 2011, at the Training School for Multi-National Peace Keeping Forces, Kampong Speu Province, Cambodia.

Government of Bangladesh, US Commemorate Operation

Fri, 20 May 2011 20:21:43 GMT

DHAKA, Bangladesh - Members of the Government of Bangladesh, the U.S. Embassy in Dhaka and Marines with the III Marine Expeditionary Force, participated in the 20th anniversary commemoration of Operation Sea Angel here May 12.

IMDEX 2011: Wildcat Pushing for South-East Asia Upgrades (Shephard)

Fri, 20 May 2011 20:21:19 GMT

RCAF, US Army Engineers Build School in Cambodia during Angkor Sentinel

Fri, 20 May 2011 20:20:39 GMT

KAMPONG SPEU PROVINCE, Cambodia - Royal Cambodian Armed Forces and U.S. Army engineers continue construction of a new school in Taing Sia Village, Kampong Speu Province May 16, as part of the Engineer Civic Action Projects of exercise Angkor Sentinel 11.

U.S., China Military Officials Call Talks Frank, Fruitful (U.S. DoD)

Thu, 19 May 2011 20:58:28 GMT

Pacific Partnership Team Arrives in Papua New Guinea

Thu, 19 May 2011 20:58:00 GMT

LAE, Papua New Guinea - Amphibious transport dock ship USS Cleveland (LPD7), the flagship for Pacific Partnership 2011, anchored off the coast of Lae, May 19, to begin the third phase of the mission with representatives from Australia, Canada, Spain, France and the United States.

USFK to Send Permanent Observers to Island Drills (Chosunilbo)

Thu, 19 May 2011 20:57:30 GMT

JTACs Show off New Capability during Digital Demo

Thu, 19 May 2011 20:57:05 GMT

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - Joint terminal attack controllers, or JTACs, with the 607th Air Support Operations Group at Osan Air Base recently showed off new digital capabilities during a demonstration with members of the Republic of Korea Air Force.

Financing the Guam Military Buildup (Guam Buildup)

Thu, 19 May 2011 20:56:33 GMT

Armed Forces to Get P5-B Military Hardware (ABS-CBN News)

Thu, 19 May 2011 20:55:15 GMT

GW Sailors Celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage

Wed, 18 May 2011 20:27:54 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) took time to honor the heritage of Asian-American and Pacific Islander crew members May 13, during a special ceremony to celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.

USS McCampbell to Participate in IMDEX 2011 (Brahmand)

Wed, 18 May 2011 20:27:26 GMT

Information Fair Prepares George Washington Sailors for Patrol

Wed, 18 May 2011 20:27:01 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - More than 3,000 Sailors and their families turned out for USS George Washington’s (CVN 73) annual information fair May 16.

USNS John Ericsson Crew Rescues Five near Solomon Islands (gCaptain)

Wed, 18 May 2011 20:26:04 GMT

Thai, US Marines Form Brotherhood Through Sniper Training

Wed, 18 May 2011 20:25:41 GMT

SATTAHIP NAVAL BASE, Thailand - The road to becoming a U.S. Marine Corps sniper is a long one, but pride and brotherhood are the rewards for those who complete it.

Volunteers Provide Care in Remote Reaches of Vanuatu (Project HOPE)

Wed, 18 May 2011 20:25:16 GMT

White House Launches U.S. International Cyber Strategy (US DoD)

Tue, 17 May 2011 21:13:15 GMT

Blue Ridge Hosts JS Hatakaze Operations Crew

Tue, 17 May 2011 21:12:56 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - The radio and combat information center crew from the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force ship JS Hatakaze (DD 171) visited U.S. 7th Fleet's command ship, USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), to tour Operations Department spaces during a subject matter expert exchange May 17.

New Zealand Joins Humanitarian Mission in Tonga and Vanuatu (DipNote)

Tue, 17 May 2011 21:11:53 GMT

Indian Navy to Boost Its Arsenal, Add 101 Ships (IBNLive)

Tue, 17 May 2011 21:11:27 GMT

PACAF Band Invited to Help with 'Recovery through Music'

Mon, 16 May 2011 23:03:20 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - The U.S. Air Force Band of the Pacific-Asia performed a concert in Nerima City, Japan, May 8 in support of people affected by the March 11 9.0-magnitude earthquake and subsequent tsunami.

Carrier Strike Group 1 Arrives in Manila Bay, Philippines

Mon, 16 May 2011 20:44:04 GMT

MANILA BAY, Philippines - Sailors of Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 1 arrived in Manila Bay, Philippines, May 15 for a scheduled port visit following the conclusion of 95 days supporting maritime theater security operations for Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation New Dawn.

Chinese Military Chief's Visit is First in 7 Years (FoxNews)

Mon, 16 May 2011 20:43:40 GMT

USS McCampbell Arrives in Singapore

Mon, 16 May 2011 20:43:20 GMT

SINGAPORE - Arleigh Burke-class, guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) arrived in Singapore for a port visit May 16.

Partners in Peace Enhance Regional Security (Scoop)

Mon, 16 May 2011 20:41:58 GMT

USS Guardian Continues Community Service Projects in Indonesia

Mon, 16 May 2011 20:41:29 GMT

SURABAYA, Indonesia - USS Guardian (MCM 5) participated in several community service projects during a port visit to Surabaya, Indonesia May 12.

USS Avenger Builds Ties with Malaysian Navy

Mon, 16 May 2011 20:41:05 GMT

STRAITS OF MALACCA - Malaysian officers Lt. Lim Kim Tat and Lt. Mohd Hafiz bin Atan had the opportunity to observe Avenger Sailors in a sea and anchor evolution, observe an integrated training drill, learn about mine sweeping operations and see a traditional U.S. Navy "crossing the line" ceremony.

USS Hampton Visits Hong Kong

Mon, 16 May 2011 20:40:40 GMT

HONG KONG - Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Hampton (SSN 767) arrived in Hong Kong May 15, for a port visit as part of its deployment to the Western Pacific.

USS Blue Ridge Arrives in Osaka

Fri, 13 May 2011 18:51:28 GMT

OSAKA, Japan - The 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) arrived at Osaka, Japan, May 13 for a port visit that will strengthen already strong ties between the United States and Japan.

Partners in Peace Enhance Regional Security (Australian Government)

Fri, 13 May 2011 18:50:01 GMT

Marines Participate in Australian Army Marksmanship Event

Fri, 13 May 2011 18:49:21 GMT

PUCKAPUNYAL, Australia - A team of 16 U.S. Marines arrived here May 3 to compete in the 2011 Australian Army Skill at Arms Meeting, an annual, international combat-marksmanship competition hosted by the Australian Army.

New Zealand Navy Ends Inaugural Exercise with U.S. (3News)

Fri, 13 May 2011 18:48:42 GMT

PACAF Band Plays Music to Help Lift Spirits during Public Concert

Fri, 13 May 2011 18:48:08 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - Pacific Trends, a contemporary group from the U.S. Air Force band of the Pacific-Asia, played for an audience at the Japan Ground Self Defense Force Public Information Center in Nerima City, May 8.

U.S.- China Strategic and Economic Dialogue 2011 Outcomes of the Strategic Track (US DoD)

Tue, 10 May 2011 23:48:54 GMT

Exercise Bersama Shield Officially Kicks Off (Australian Navy)

Tue, 10 May 2011 22:28:57 GMT

Alaska Airlift Squadron Flies Again after 40 Years

Tue, 10 May 2011 22:28:35 GMT

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska - It's been more than 40 years since someone with the 537th Airlift Squadron has taken flight. That hiatus came to an end earlier this week, but first the 537th AS was activated last Friday for the first time since the squadron was deactivated in the early 1970s at Phu Cat Air Base, South Vietnam.

Joint Training for Malaysian_Thai Maritime Enforcement Officers (Bernama)

Tue, 10 May 2011 22:28:15 GMT

CFC Leaders Observe Exercise in Northwest Islands (USFK)

Tue, 10 May 2011 22:27:49 GMT

USS Avenger Sailors Volunteer At Malaysian Orphanage

Mon, 09 May 2011 20:14:07 GMT

KOTA KINABALU, Malaysia - Sailors aboard USS Avenger (MCM 1) participated in community service activities May 6, at the Bukit Harapan home for disabled and disadvantaged children in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia.

Japan Nuclear Plant Closing while Seawall is Built (AP)

Mon, 09 May 2011 20:13:45 GMT

Air Defense Artillery Battalion Holds Field Training Exercise

Mon, 09 May 2011 20:13:22 GMT

SUWON AIR BASE, South Korea - They might have been sleep-deprived and drenched in mud and sweat, but Soldiers from the 6th Battalion, 52nd Air Defense Artillery Battalion concluded a week-long field training exercise with a renewed sense of pride and confidence in their equipment, their comrades-in-arms and most importantly, themselves.

Thanks for Supporting Japan (Kentucky)

Mon, 09 May 2011 20:12:58 GMT

Pacific Partnership Departs Vanuatu

Mon, 09 May 2011 20:12:23 GMT

ESPIRITU SANTO, Vanuatu - The Pacific Partnership 2011 team departed Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu, aboard amphibious transport dock ship USS Cleveland (LPD 7) May 9, after 10 days of working side-by-side with the people of Vanuatu, marking the first time a U.S. Navy vessel has traveled to Vanuatu since World War II.

Language Institute Fills Communication Gap during Operation Tomodachi

Mon, 09 May 2011 20:12:01 GMT

CAMP SENDAI, Japan - Japan-Defense Language Institute Foreign Language Center graduates put their language training to good use in support of Operation Tomodachi after the recent disaster in Japan.

U.S., Republic of Korea Navy Leadership Talk Future Maritime Operations

Fri, 06 May 2011 20:21:35 GMT

BUSAN, Republic of Korea - Rear Adm. Pete Gumataotao, Commander, Naval Forces Korea, and Vice Adm. Hwang Ki-chul, commander, Republic of Korea (ROK) Fleet met May 3-4 during one-star level staff talks at the ROK naval headquarters.

Indian Navy Saves Chinese Vessel from Pirate Attack (Economic times)

Fri, 06 May 2011 20:21:12 GMT

USS Guardian Visits Bali, Indonesia

Fri, 06 May 2011 20:20:51 GMT

BALI, Indonesia - The mine countermeasures ship USS Guardian (MCM 5) took part in community service events at local schools and hosted shipboard tours while moored at Port Benoa on the Indonesian island of Bali, May 4.

Japan Wants 3 Reactors Closed While Seawall Built (Yahoo News)

Fri, 06 May 2011 20:20:30 GMT

Korean Police Chief Discusses Security with Kunsan Air Base Airmen

Fri, 06 May 2011 20:20:11 GMT

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - The chief of Gunsan City's branch of the Korean National Police addressed Airmen from the 8th Security Forces Squadron following a lunch May 3 at the Loring Club here.

Russian Navy Ships Leave for Visit to Singapore, Indonesia (People's Daily)

Fri, 06 May 2011 20:19:16 GMT

Japan, U.S. to Enhance Cooperation in Disaster Response: US Official (Mainichi)

Wed, 04 May 2011 20:49:25 GMT

USS Michigan Visits Busan during Western Pacific Deployment

Wed, 04 May 2011 20:49:06 GMT

BUSAN, Korea - Ohio-class guided missile submarine USS Michigan (SSGN-727) arrived in Busan, Korea April 30, as part of its deployment to the Western Pacific.

US Military Observes Marine Firing Drills on West Coast Islands (Dong-A Ilbo)

Wed, 04 May 2011 20:48:43 GMT

Department of Navy Sexual Assault Summit Stresses Prevention, Awareness

Wed, 04 May 2011 20:48:14 GMT

ORLANDO, Fla - The Department of the Navy (DoN) launched its second annual Sexual Assault Prevention Summit at the Florida Hotel and Conference Center May 2.

After Quake, Japan Helps Tornado-hit US (AFP)

Wed, 04 May 2011 20:47:48 GMT

US Asked to Ratify Nuclear-free Pacific (SkyNews)

Wed, 04 May 2011 20:47:21 GMT

The Indonesian Military Urged to Cooperate on Piracy (Jakarta Post)

Tue, 03 May 2011 19:19:55 GMT

Australian Defence Force in Exercise Around Malaysia (Scoop)

Tue, 03 May 2011 19:19:34 GMT

Travis Civil Engineers Inspect, Repair 17 Generators for Use in Japan

Tue, 03 May 2011 19:19:08 GMT

TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE, CA - Recently, the Air Force Civil Engineer Support Agency's Civil Engineer Maintenance Inspection Repair Team here was tasked to inspect and repair 17 generators, which will be used to help power Yokota and Misawa air bases in Japan.

Pacific Partnership Welcomed to Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu (Australian Navy)

Tue, 03 May 2011 19:18:46 GMT

HMA Ships Parramatta and Ballarat Visit Surabaya (Australian Navy)

Tue, 03 May 2011 19:18:23 GMT

Chairman’s Corner: A Month of Appreciation and Remembrance (US DoD)

Tue, 03 May 2011 19:18:01 GMT

Pacific Partnership 2011 Hosts Conference for Vanuatu Residents

Mon, 02 May 2011 20:19:33 GMT

ESPIRITU SANTO, Vanuatu - More than 65 Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu, residents attended a humanitarian assistance and disaster relief conference hosted Pacific Partnership 2011, April 30.

Obama Declares "Justice Has been Done" (U.S. Department of Defense)

Mon, 02 May 2011 20:17:57 GMT

36th AS Helps Japan, U.S. Map Water Currents

Mon, 02 May 2011 20:17:35 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - In an effort to help track the movement of seawater along northeastern Honshu, members of the 36th Airlift Squadron, in coordination with the Government of Japan, dropped seven Davis Drifter buoys off the coast of Japan April 29.

NZ Troops in Vanuatu Swap Ships with US Navy (Radio New Zealand International)

Mon, 02 May 2011 20:17:13 GMT

USS Avenger Conducts Search, Rescue Training Operations

Mon, 02 May 2011 20:16:42 GMT

USS AVENGER, At Sea - Mine countermeasure ship USS Avenger's (MCM 1) search and rescue (SAR) team completed a series of training drills in the East China Sea April 29.

Misawa Helps Partners with Focus 5/6 to Feed Evacuation Shelter Residents

Mon, 02 May 2011 20:16:20 GMT

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan - Since the March 11 earthquake and tsunami struck northern Japan the Misawa Helps volunteer program has been assisting nearby communities recover from the devastation. Much of the volunteer work has consisted of cleaning up debris from affected areas, but recently Misawa Helps teamed up with Focus 5/6 members and the Misawa International Club for a volunteer mission of a different sort.

Submarine Tender Sailors Volunteer in Goa

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 21:01:54 GMT

GOA, India - Sailors from submarine tender USS Emory S. Land (AS 39) participated in two community service events while visiting Goa, India, April 26.

Task Force Plans Cleanup and Recycling System for Radioactive Water (Mainichi)

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 21:01:34 GMT

USS Avenger Conducts Anti-Terrorism Drills

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 21:01:09 GMT

PHILIPPINE SEA - The mine countermeasures ship USS Avenger (MCM 1) Sailors completed a series of Anti-terrorism Force Protection drills April 27.

Navy Commences Exercise with Malaysia (Australian Navy)

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 21:00:48 GMT

Soldiers Teach Class at Cultural Exchange

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 21:00:27 GMT

CAMP SENDAI, Japan - As children sit and watch, soldiers teach the U.S. Army lifestyle during a cultural exchange at Sumiyoshi Junior High School, Japan, April 27.

Japanese Official Gives Pledge to Hawaii ‘Rebirth and Recovery’ (WatchDog)

Thu, 28 Apr 2011 21:00:06 GMT

U.S.-China Kick Off Talks on Human Rights (USA Today)

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 21:46:03 GMT

Carter Says N. Korea Seeks Better US Ties (AFP)

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 21:45:43 GMT

ROK, US Marines Push Through Urban Training

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 21:45:12 GMT

CAMP RODRIGUEZ, Republic Of Korea - More than 140 Republic of Korea and U.S. Marines demonstrated their ability to search for enemies with speed and intensity during Military Operations in Urban Terrain training at Republic of Korea’s Camp Rodriguez, April 10.

Japan’s Consul Grateful for Outpouring of Aloha (Honolulu Star-Advertiser)

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 21:44:43 GMT

US Command Moves to Hmnzs Canterbury for Pacific Partnership (Scoop)

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 21:44:20 GMT

Military Families Return to Misawa Air Base

Wed, 27 Apr 2011 21:43:52 GMT

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan - A Boeing 767 aircraft carrying more than 150 passengers arrived at Misawa Air Base, Japan, 22 April, one week after the Department of Defense ended the voluntary departure authorization for military dependents affected by the 11 March earthquake and tsunami. The flight was the first of three chartered missions specifically commissioned to reunite family members with their loved ones at Misawa Air Base from the United States.

NZ Team of Defence Force Doctors and Dentist Help Niuatoputapu (Taimi)

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 19:36:11 GMT

Pacific Partnership 2011 Advanced Team Prepares for Vanuatu

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 19:35:37 GMT

ESPIRITU SANTO, Vanuatu - The Pacific Partnership 2011 advanced echelon (ADVON) team arrived in Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu, March 27, to make preparations for the arrival of amphibious transport dock ship USS Cleveland (LPD 7), April 28.

Volunteers Treat 300 at Remote Medical Site in Tonga (Project HOPE)

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 19:35:15 GMT

KATUSA-U.S. Friendship Week Held in South Korea

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 19:34:48 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - The 2011 KATUSA-U.S. Soldier Friendship Week was held here April 19 - 21, hosted by the Republic of Korea Army Support Group.

Royal Malaysian Navy Continues to Shine (Bernama)

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 19:34:06 GMT

British Army Band Performs on Yongsan Garrison

Tue, 26 Apr 2011 19:33:40 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - The United Kingdom's Band and Bugles of the Rifles held a performance in remembrance of the 60th Anniversary of the Battle of Imjin River here April 20.

Pacific Homecoming Guide for Voluntary Authorized Departed Family Members

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 19:47:42 GMT

SECNAV Says Tomodachi Made US, Japan Alliance Stronger

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 19:46:14 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - The Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) thanked more than a thousand 7th Fleet Sailors and Marines in Yokosuka Apr. 20 who participated in disaster relief operations off the coast of Japan.

USFK to Take Part in Overseas Training Missions (The Chosunilbo)

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 19:45:54 GMT

Cyberspace Airmen Provide Vital Link in Japan Earthquake/Tsunami relief

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 19:45:32 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - From a windowless vault deep within the Pacific Air Forces Headquarters building, Detachment 1, 561st Network Operations Squadron Airmen provided the critical network support required to allow more than 770 sorties to deliver aide workers and supplies to earthquake and tsunami torn Japan, starting Mar. 12.

U.S. to Provide Japan with Long-term Support over Disaster (Mainichi Daily)

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 19:45:12 GMT

Sasebo Mayor Visits Ronald Reagan

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 19:44:53 GMT

SASEBO, Japan - The Honorable Norio Tomonaga, Mayor of Sasebo, Japan, visited the aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) April 19 to meet with senior leadership.

Australian PM Pledges Support for Japan's Recovery (Yahoo News)

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 19:44:34 GMT

Caring for Patients at Medical Sites in Tonga (Project HOPE)

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 23:21:37 GMT

Commander, Naval Forces Korea Sailors Honor Lost ROK Sailors

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 23:21:14 GMT

SEOUL, Republic of Korea - Sailors from Commander, Naval Forces Korea and Republic of Korea (ROK) navies honored Sailors lost on ROKN ship Cheonan (PCC-772) during a memorial and bell ringing ceremony April 20.

Marine Radiation Unit to Go Home as Situation Stabilizes (The Japan Times)

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 23:20:50 GMT

Secretary of the Navy Thanks Ronald Reagan Sailors for Relief Effort

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 23:20:31 GMT

SASEBO, Japan - Aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) welcomed the 75th Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) April 20, who thanked the crew for their efforts during Operation Tomodachi.

Pacific Partnership Mission Commander Talks with Tongan Chief (Taimi Media)

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 23:20:09 GMT

USS McCampbell Strengthens Partnership

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 23:19:41 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - Guided-missile destroyer USS McCampbell (DDG 85) completed a maneuvers and communication exercise with Republic of Korea Ulsan-class frigate ROKS Seoul (FF 952) April 18.

Adm. Willard Testifies Before the House Appropriations Committee, subcommittee on Defense

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 17:48:13 GMT

State Department Lifts Volunteer Departure in Japan

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 19:52:53 GMT

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan - On 14 April, the U.S. State Department lifted the voluntary departure order. At this time, Joint Support Force is working out the details and will announce specifics as soon as Department of Defense guidance is finalized. In the meantime, entitlements previously described will continue. Family members will soon receive instructions on how to obtain return flights and proceed from their selected locations.

Misawa Chapel Provides Household “Starter Kits” for Displaced Japanese Families

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 19:52:22 GMT

MIYAKO, Japan - Families from Misawa Air Base (MAB) delivered 64 household “starter kits” for Japanese families in Miyako who are moving out of evacuation shelters and into temporary housing, April 14, 2011

Pacific Partnership Team Arrives in Tonga (Taimi Media Network)

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 19:51:58 GMT

George Washington Sailors Assist Handicapped Japanese in Sasebo

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 19:51:25 GMT

SASEBO, Japan - Sailors from the USS George Washington (CVN73) spent some of their liberty time in Sasebo, Japan with residents of the Sakura Challenged Home for handicapped citizens.

USS Hopper to Deploy to Western Pacific (Pacific Sentinel)

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 19:51:03 GMT

Sharp Says ROK-U.S. Alliance Ready to Fight and Win

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 19:50:23 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The senior U.S. military commander in South Korea told the Senate Armed Services Committee that the Republic of Korea-United States Alliance is ready to confront and defeat any aggression against South Korea.

USS Guardian Sailors Enhance U.S. Relations with Indonesia

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 19:38:47 GMT

MAKASSAR, Indonesia - The mine countermeasures ship USS Guardian (MCM 5) visited the port of Makassar, Indonesia April 11-12.

Essex Completes Western Pacific Patrol

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 20:06:13 GMT

SASEBO, Japan - The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) arrived in Sasebo, Japan April 14, completing a three-month deployment in the Western Pacific.

Japan's Emperor Makes First Trip to Disaster Zone (Asia-Pacific msnbc)

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 20:05:48 GMT

Contracting Officials Hold International Conference in South Korea

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 20:05:22 GMT

SEOUL - Defense contracting officials from 14 nations gathered here in the South Korean capital April 11 - 13 to discuss best practices in government quality assurance.

Setting Sail for Pacific Partnership (Australian Navy)

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 20:05:01 GMT

Misawa Children Roll-up Their Sleeves, Pitch-in with Volunteer Efforts

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 20:04:20 GMT

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan - Shortly after 9 a.m. on April 12, 30 children climbed aboard a bus on Misawa Air Base. Being as it was spring break, the children were not headed to school. Instead, they were headed to Hachinohe to clean up an area devastated by the March 11 eastern Japan earthquake and resulting tsunami.

Navy Lawyers Receive Real-World Training with Operation Tomodachi

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 20:03:56 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - U.S. 7th Fleet gathered a host of attorneys to fill the gap during Operation Tomodachi, the large-scale disaster relief operation to support Japan following the earthquake, tsunami and subsequent nuclear accident on March 11.

7th Fleet Observes Moment of Silence, Reflects on Operation Tomodachi

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 21:08:56 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - At sea and ashore, the men and women of the U.S. 7th Fleet observed a moment of silence at 2:46 p.m. Japan Standard Time today, marking one month since the devastating earthquake and tsunami that struck northern Japan.

Singapore Navy Welcomes New Chief (DefPro)

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 21:08:31 GMT

Blue Ridge Concludes Patrol

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 21:08:11 GMT

Japanese PM Thanks U.S. Troops during Visit to Devastated Region (Stars & Stripes)

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 21:07:49 GMT

Airmen, Base Communities in Japan Raise $110,000 for Relief Efforts

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 21:07:22 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - To date, Airmen and community members from Kadena, Misawa and Yokota air bases in Japan have donated nearly $110,000 and volunteered more than 19,000 community-service hours to assist with relief efforts after the earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan March 11.

Malabar 2011 Enters Final Phase

Mon, 11 Apr 2011 21:07:00 GMT

PHILIPPINE SEA - U.S. and Indian navies are conducting the final operations for Malabar 2011, drawing a close to the exercise on, April 9.

Marines and Sailors Depart Oshima Island After Completing Clean-up

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 21:04:18 GMT

Japanese Nuclear Crisis Renews International Safety Concerns (VOA)

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 21:04:00 GMT

Balikatan Participants Bring Joy to Philippine Orphanage

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 21:02:50 GMT

PHL, Vietnam Reaffirm Deal To Resolve Spratly Claims Peacefully (GMA News)

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 21:02:31 GMT

PHL, Vietnam Reaffirm Deal To Resolve Spratly Claims Peacefully (GMA News)

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 21:02:15 GMT

Dignitaries Attend Balikatan 2011 Opening Ceremony

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 21:00:52 GMT

CAMP EMILIO AGUINALDO, Philippines - U.S. military service members, Armed Forces of the Philippines personnel and distinguished visitors gathered April 5 for the opening ceremony of Exercise Balikatan 2011 at Camp General Emilio Aguinaldo.

Residents On Disaster-hit Oshima Thank U.S. Military For Relief Work (Mainichi Daily News)

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 21:00:28 GMT

Deputy Defense Secretary Releases Shutdown Guidance (Dept of Defense)

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 01:51:18 GMT

Officials Discuss DOD’s Government Shutdown Plans (Dept of Defense)

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 01:51:01 GMT

Transcript: Adm. Willard Testifies Before House Armed Services Committee (HASC)

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 01:50:40 GMT

Veterinary Support Helps Philippine Towns During Balikatan

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 01:50:16 GMT

SAN ANTONIO, ZAMBALEZ, Philippines - Members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, the U.S. military, the Philippine Department of Agriculture, and local volunteers worked together March 28-29, during a veterinary civic action project in San Antonio.

Sharp Emphasizes Need for U.S.-South Korea Alliance (Dept of Defense)

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 01:49:54 GMT

Japanese Defense Minister Expresses His Appreciation

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 01:49:24 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - Japanese Defense Minister Toshimi Kitazawa voiced his gratitude to members of the U.S. military April 4, for their involvement in supporting the Japan Self Defense Forces' search and rescue, and other relief efforts in the aftermath of the March 11 earthquake and tsunami.

PACOM Chief Sees Regional Peace, Prosperity (Dept of Defense)

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 02:13:02 GMT

U.S., Philippine Teams Offer Free Medical Care During Balikatan

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 02:12:32 GMT

PUNDAKIT, ZAMBALES, Philippines - Medical and dental care was provided March 31, at Pundakit Elementary School as part of Balikatan 2011.

US Cmdr: Forces May Rotate through Australia to Boost Presence in Asia-Pacific (AP)

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 02:11:59 GMT

U.S. 7th Fleet to Conduct Exercise Malabar with Indian Navy

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:41:34 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - Naval personnel from India and the United States will participate in exercise Malabar 2011, April 3-10.

NZ Navy Frigate to Join International Pacific Aid Flotilla (RNZ International)

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:41:14 GMT

Japanese, U.S. Dignitaries, Senior Military Leaders Thank Ronald Reagan

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:40:39 GMT

USS Ronald Reagan, At Sea (NNS) - Dignitaries and senior military leaders from Japan and the U.S. visited USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) April 4, to express appreciation to the crew for their support and dedication during Operation Tomodachi.

AFP, US military open 27th Balikatan exercises (ABS-CBN)

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:40:08 GMT

Marines, Sailors Help Yokohama Orphanage

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 00:39:44 GMT

YOKOHAMA, Japan - Marines and sailors attached to the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade Aviation Command Element in support of Operation Tomodachi donated time and effort cleaning up the area surrounding Kodomo No Somo Orphanage here April 2.

U.S. Draws Down Ground Troops in Japan Aid (The Wall Street Journal)

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 23:04:43 GMT

US, Indian Navies Kick Off Malabar 2011

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 23:04:12 GMT

PHILIPPINE SEA - The exercise will incorporate American and Indian personnel and assets in a bilateral field training exercise to enhance bonds and relationships between the two navies. The exercise will also increase compatibility and interoperability between the two maritime forces, fostering common security goals.

NZ Navy to Join US-led Exercise (NZ Herald)

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 23:02:24 GMT

Senior Leaders Seminar Brings Together 12 Nations for Piracy Talks

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 23:01:56 GMT

BANGKOK, Thailand - The U.S. and Royal Thai navies co-hosted the annual Senior Leaders Seminar (SLS) March 29 -April 1 in Bangkok, Thailand, drawing senior naval leaders from twelve Southeast Asian countries, for in-depth discussions on piracy.

Balikatan Pushes Thru Despite Less Troops (Sun Star)

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 23:01:21 GMT

US Army Leaders Map Way Ahead in South Korea

Mon, 04 Apr 2011 22:59:24 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - U.S. Army leaders mapped the way ahead in South Korea during a Strategic Planning Conference here March 29 – 31.

Tortuga Embarks Expeditionary Units to Perform Rescue and Salvage Operations

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 20:30:46 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - A mobile salvage unit and naval construction regiment arrived aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Tortuga (LSD 46) on March 29, to conduct port clearing operations along the northeastern coastline of Japan, in support of Operation Tomodachi.

U.S. Commanders Say to Continue Support for Disaster-hit Areas (Mainichi Daily News)

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 20:30:09 GMT

Soldiers Help Open Runways at Sendai International

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 20:29:46 GMT

WASHINGTON - U.S. servicemembers have been working jointly and around the clock with Japanese Self-Defense Forces since mid-March to help the nation get back on its feet following the March 11 earthquake and tsunami there.

Over 100,000 Self-Defense Forces on Front Lines (Daily Yomiuri)

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 20:29:20 GMT

Japanese Liaison Officer Helps Relief Efforts

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 20:28:55 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - Japanese liaison officers were brought aboard USS Essex (LHD 2), to help with the planning of humanitarian aid and disaster relief operations conducted by the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), during Operation Tomodachi March 28.

Repair, Maintenance Facility Assists with Japan Relief

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 20:28:24 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - U.S. Naval Ship Repair Facility and Japan Regional Maintenance Center (SRF-JRMC) Yokosuka has been heavily involved with Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) in coordinated efforts for Voluntary Military Assisted Departure (VMAD) and Operation Tomodachi since the launching of both efforts.

Airmen from Around World Unite at Misawa to Augment Operation Tomodachi

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 20:50:40 GMT

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan - On an average day, Airman 1st Class Broderick Oliver, 35th Logistics Readiness Squadron individual protection equipment journeyman, distributed bags of protective gear to his fellow Airmen within the confines of his shop.

Families Who Choose to Return to Japan Do So at Their Own Risk, Military Officials Say (Stars & Stripes)

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 20:50:15 GMT

Navy Divers Conduct Search and Salvage Relief Efforts in Hachinohe, Japan

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 20:49:48 GMT

HACHINOHE, Japan - A bilateral effort comprised of Navy Divers, Seabees, Explosives Ordinance specialists, Merchant Marines from the Safeguard-class salvage ship USNS Safeguard (ARS 50), and Japanese officials came together over a three-day period, March 25 to March 28 2011.

Marines Help Build Showers in Japan (MyFox)

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 20:49:24 GMT

Army North Teams Continue to Assist Military Families Returning from Japan

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 20:48:59 GMT

FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas - Military and civilian members of U. S. Army North took the lead in setting up three reception centers on the U.S. West Coast and one in Denver to assist nearly 4,000 military family members who voluntarily returned to the United States in the aftermath of the Japanese earthquake and tsunami March 11.

Maintainers Build Mount for Fukushima Sensors

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 20:48:30 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - Since March 11, Airmen all over Yokota Air Base have performed key tasks in support of Japanese relief efforts, but for two Airmen the work took a greater personal significance March 28.

Sailors and Civilian Contractors Work Together Aboard USS George Washington

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 22:58:28 GMT

PHILIPPINE SEA - Sailors and civilians continue to work side-by-side aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), during the ship’s routine maintenance period.

U.S. Ship Delivers Aid To Japan (NPR)

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 22:58:04 GMT

Essex ARG Assists Oshima Island in Restoring Power

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 22:57:36 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - Essex Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) elements and Japan Self Defense Force (JSDF) members combined efforts to restore power to Oshima Island, Japan, March 27.

Yokota Transforms into Hub of U.S. Military's Earthquake Relief Operations (Stars & Stripes)

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 22:57:14 GMT

Misawa Sailors, Airmen Provide Assistance to Child Center

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 22:56:51 GMT

SHICHINOHE, Japan - More than 25 Sailors, Airmen and family members from Naval Air Facility (NAF) Misawa, Japan, and Misawa Air Base (MAB) visited the Biko-en Children's Care House in Shichinohe, Japan, March 27.

86 Graduate from the Security Responses to Terrorism Course (APCSS)

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 22:56:22 GMT

Essex Embarks Japan Force Officer for Humanitarian Aid and Disaster Relief Coordination

Sat, 26 Mar 2011 01:24:22 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - With more than 100 countries helping Japan recover from the 9.0 magnitude earthquake, followed by a tsunami on March 11, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) efforts are over coming the language and communication barriers in support of Operation Tomodachi.

USNS Safeguard and Additional Salvage Support Arrive in Hachinohe

Sat, 26 Mar 2011 01:24:01 GMT

HACHINOHE, Japan - The rescue and salvage ship USNS Safeguard (T-ARS 50) arrived in Hachinohe, on March 25, along with other Navy assets to survey the waterways and conduct salvage recovery operations.

U.S. Navy to Provide 500,000 Gallons of Fresh Water to Fukushima Power Plant

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 22:27:06 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) began transferring fresh water to two fuel barges, which will be used to support cooling efforts at the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant, March 25.

U.S. Forces Continue to Aid Earthquake, Tsunami Victims (U.S. Dept of Defense)

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 22:26:39 GMT

Wheeler Participates in U.S., Republic of Korea Exercise

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 22:26:14 GMT

ANMYEON, Republic of Korea - Military Sealift Command offshore petroleum distribution system ship MV Vice Adm. K.R. Wheeler (T-AG 5001) participated in a combined, joint military exercise off the coast of Anmyeon, Republic of Korea on March 23, 2011.

Military Wraps up First Round of Departures from Japan (Stars & Stripes)

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 22:25:45 GMT

Puget Sound Naval Shipyard Workers Train George Washington Machinists at Sea

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 22:25:22 GMT

PHILIPPINE SEA - Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) are receiving specialized training from Puget Sound Naval Shipyard (PSNS) workers while at sea, March 23.

Powerful Quake in Northeastern Myanmar Kills More Than 70 (Yahoo News)

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 22:24:57 GMT

Commander of the U.S. Pacific Command Encourages Team Yokota through 'Unprecedented' Times

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 20:38:20 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - Admiral Robert F. Willard, Commander, U.S. Pacific Command, and his wife Donna Willard offered encouragement to Team Yokota and gave greater insight into the recent Japanese disasters as they spoke with American Forces Network personnel Thursday.

ROK, U.S. Hold Logistics Exercise in South Korea (USFK)

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 20:38:01 GMT

Navy Helo Squadrons Join Forces in Support of Operation Tomodachi

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 20:37:41 GMT

MISAWA, Japan - Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron 14 (HS-14) and Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light 51 (HSL-51) are continuing their humanitarian support for Operation Tomodachi from Naval Air Facility Misawa (NAFM), March 24.

Military Children Need Nation’s Support (U.S. Dept of Defense)

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 20:37:21 GMT

Yokota Airlifters Deliver Fuel to Power Sendai Airport

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 20:36:41 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - Airmen from Yokota's 36th Airlift Squadron delivered 2,378 gallons of diesel fuel to Sendai Airport aboard a C-130H Hercules in support of Operation Tomodachi March 24.

US and Armed Philippine Forces collaborate to build classrooms for local schools

Thu, 24 Mar 2011 20:36:20 GMT

CANDELARIA, Zambales, Philippines - Soldiers from the United States and Republic of the Philippines Army are teaming up to add new classrooms to Topes Elementary School in Zambales Province. The official Topes Elementary School groundbreaking took place on March 10 and construction is expected to last about a month.

Navy crews reach quake victims with life-sustaining humanitarian aid (Stars & Stripes)

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 20:18:32 GMT

PACOM Addresses Concerns during Yokosuka Townhall Meeting

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 20:17:59 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - The U.S. military’s top Pacific leader spent several hours at Commander, Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) March 22 to answer questions and address concerns regarding events in the wake of the 9.0 earthquake and subsequent tsunami that devastated northeastern Japan March 11.

USS McCampbell Replenishes to Continue Relief to Japan

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 20:17:22 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - USS McCampbell (DDG 85) took on supplies to continue Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) operations off the eastern coast of Japan March 23.

U.S. Officials Tour Scenes of Destruction in Japan (Stars & Stripes)

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 20:16:59 GMT

Yokota Families Relocate to Okinawa

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 20:16:39 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - A military flight carrying eight pregnant women, along with their family members and medical personnel, departed Yokota Air Base March 22 as part of the authorized voluntary departure program headed by the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense.

USFK Diverts Chartered Flights to Japan for Relief Efforts (Yonhap News)

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 20:16:17 GMT

Marines Deliver Relief Supplies to Japanese Affected by Earthquake and Tsunami

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 20:15:34 GMT

MIYAKO, Japan - CH-46E Sea Knight helicopters assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), made their way along the northeast Japan coastlines on March 21, delivering 800 gallons of water and 768 blankets to the Japanese Self-Defense Force to distribute throughout the area.

Navy Family Members Arrive at Travis Air Force Base

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 20:15:12 GMT

TRAVIS AIR FORCE BASE, Calif - Hundreds of military family members were welcomed to Travis Air Force Base (AFB) following an 11 hour flight from Yokota Air Base, Japan, as part of an authorized voluntary departure of DoD dependents and Navy civilians, March 22.

Pacific Commander Says Mandatory Evacuation is Unlikely (Stars & Stripes)

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 20:24:23 GMT

Eighth Army Unit to Deploy to Philippines for Exercise

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 20:24:00 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - Eighth Army will deploy approximately 500 Soldiers to the Republic of the Philippines to participate in exercise Balikatan, April 5 - 15.

U.S. Military Disaster Relief Operation in N.Japan Kicks into High Gear (Mainichi)

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 20:23:39 GMT

U.S. Pacific Command Directs Distribution of Potassium Iodide Tablets

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 20:23:18 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - As a precautionary measure U.S. Pacific Command directed distribution of potassium iodide tablets March 22. Base officials are stressing there is no indication of increased exposure at Yokota AB.

USS Cleveland Departs For 4-Month Mission (10 News)

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 20:22:52 GMT

Patrol Squadron 4 Surveys Tsunami Damage Over Japan

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 20:22:18 GMT

NORTHERN JAPAN - Patrol Squadron 4 (VP 4) took to the air from Naval Air Facility Misawa (NAFM) to conduct an eight-hour field survey of ports in northern Japan, March 22.

U.S._Thai Airmen Have a Heart for Handicapped Children

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 20:21:46 GMT

KORAT, Thailand - Servicemembers presented more than $1,300 in supplies to help Panyahukul Handicapped School students at a community outreach event during Cope Tiger, a multilateral joint and combined field training exercise in Korat, Thailand, March 18.

Travel Warning - Japan (updated March 21) (Embassy of the U.S. Tokyo Japan)

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 20:21:25 GMT

Gates Authorizes Humanitarian Funds for Japan (U.S. Dept of Defense)

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 20:05:15 GMT

Air Force Utilizes Global Hawk to Support Japan Relief Efforts

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 20:04:52 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - In response to the devastation caused by the March 11 earthquake off the eastern coast of Japan and the resulting tsunami, Pacific Air Forces is utilizing an RQ-4 Global Hawk from Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, to assist the government of Japan in disaster relief and recovery efforts.

Family Members in Japan Can Relocate Voluntarily (U.S. Dept of Defense)

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 20:03:39 GMT

USS Essex Loads Humanitarian Assistance Supplies Bound for Relief Effort in Japan

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 20:03:18 GMT

USS ESSEX, At Sea - The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) on-loaded humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) supplies March 15 during a replenishment at sea in preparation for aiding Japan after it was hit by a 9.0-magnitude earthquake and subsequent tsunami March 11.

Australian Defence Force to Participate in Pacific Partnership 2011 (News 4 Us)

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 20:02:53 GMT

Cultural Exchange Strengthens U.S., Thailand, Singapore Relations

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 20:02:30 GMT

KORAT, Thailand - U.S., Thailand and Singapore Airmen participated in a cultural exchange at Ang Huai Yang School in Korat, Thailand, March 14, as part of Cope Tiger 2011, a multilateral joint and combined field training exercise.

U.S. Troops Mobilized for Japan Relief Efforts (CBS News)

Thu, 17 Mar 2011 20:01:56 GMT

Ambassador Issues Message to Americans in Japan (US Dept of Defense)

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 21:19:39 GMT

Patrol Squadron 4 Relocates Assets to Misawa

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 21:19:14 GMT

MISAWA, Japan - More than 70 crewmembers of Patrol Squadron 4, currently on deployment in Okinawa, Japan, arrived at Naval Air Facility Misawa (NAFM), March 16, to better assist with Japanese relief efforts.

Pacific Partnership 2011 (Australian Navy)

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 21:18:50 GMT

ROK and U.S. Forces Alliance Honored

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 21:18:30 GMT

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - The close of Exercise Key Resolve '11 was celebrated with a dedication ceremony honoring the alliance between the

http://www.asdnews.com/news/Navy Units Prepare to Support Tsunami-Damaged Areas (ASD News)

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 21:17:35 GMT

US Navy Protects Crews, Families Against Japan Radiation (Yahoo News)

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 21:14:34 GMT

USS Preble Contributes to Humanitarian Efforts in Japan

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 22:54:28 GMT

USS PREBLE, At Sea - USS Preble (DDG 88) was one of the first U.S. Navy assets to respond with humanitarian assistance and disaster relief in Japan March 15, providing more than 700 pounds of supplies to earthquake and tsunami survivors.

Red Cross Website Links Japan-based Troops to Home (U.S. Dept of Defense)

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 22:54:09 GMT

31st MEU Headed for Japan Coastline Prepared to Assist

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 22:53:48 GMT

PHILIPPINE SEA - The 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, embarked aboard three ships of Amphibious Squadron 11, is heading towards the northeastern coast of mainland Japan and expects to arrive on March 16 in support of Operation Tomodachi.

International Humanitarian Aid Needed For Japan (NPR)

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 22:53:27 GMT

374th CES Reassures Yokota: Community Safe for Personnel, Residents

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 22:53:05 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - Following the earthquake at Yokota on March 11, many personnel and residents voiced concerns for base safety regarding facilities and structures within the installation.

535th Airlift Squadron Supports Japan Relief Effort

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 22:52:38 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR HICKAM, Hawaii - A C-17 Globemaster III and aircrew from the 15th Wing's 535th Airlift Squadron departed Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, for Japan March 12 to deliver electricity generators and personnel to Japan in support of humanitarian relief efforts in the wake of an earthquake and tsunami striking the country March 11.

Tsunami Impacts to U.S. Pacific Fleet Commands Minimal

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 19:28:47 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - Sailors around the Pacific today were preparing for the tsunami to reach their homeports while at the same time joining a worldwide chorus in expressing their concern for those in Japan.

Hundreds Killed after 8.9 Japan Quake Sparks Tsunami; Pacific Braces for Aftershock (Detroit Free Press)

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 19:28:27 GMT

USS Essex Arrives in Malaysia

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 19:28:06 GMT

SEPENGGAR, Malaysia - USS Essex (LHD 2) arrived in Sepengar, Malaysia, for a port visit, March 11.

Gov't Sends Defense Force Troops to Quake-hit Miyagi Pref (Mainichi Daily)

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 19:27:43 GMT

U.S., Thailand, Singapore begin Cope Tiger 2011

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 19:27:12 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - Aviation and ground units from the U.S. Air Force, U.S. Marine Corps, the Royal Thai Air Force and Army, and the Republic of Singapore Air Force will participate in Cope Tiger 2011, a field training exercise, in Thailand March 14 through 25.

NIOC Sailors Teach English to Local Japanese Students

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 19:26:52 GMT

MISAWA, Japan - Navy Information Operations Command (NIOC) Sailors aboard Misawa Air Base visited a Japanese after-school youth facility in Misawa, Japan, to help students learn the English language as part of a cultural exchange, March 10.

Exercise Key Resolve 2011 Wraps up in South Korea

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 20:05:11 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - Exercise Key Resolve came to an end March 10 following two weeks of training around the Korean Peninsula.

Republic Indonesia, Japan to Co-host Disaster Relief Exercise (Jakarta Post)

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 20:04:37 GMT

Andersen Air Force Base Educates Airmen on Pacific Airpower

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 20:04:18 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - Revered as the cornerstone of airpower in the Asia-Pacific region, Andersen is prepared to provide support to neighboring allies at a moment's notice.

Strike Group Joins South Korean War Games (UPI)

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 20:03:55 GMT

Vietnam Representatives Visit USS George Washington

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 20:03:35 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - Representatives from the Embassy of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to Japan, visited USS George Washington (CVN 73) in Yokosuka, Japan, March 8.

Teams Search for Missing Americans in China (Eurasia Review)

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 20:02:54 GMT

Japan's New Foreign Minister Wants to Deepen Alliance with US (Yahoo News)

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 20:13:49 GMT

Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group Arrives in 7th Fleet

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 20:13:27 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - The Ronald Reagan Carrier Strike Group arrived in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility (AOR) on March 9.

6,000 US Troops to Take Part in Annual Balikatan (GMA News)

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 20:13:05 GMT

USS Reuben James Hosts Reception during Port Visit to Muara

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 20:12:42 GMT

MUARA, Brunei - The guided-missile frigate USS Reuben James (FFG 57) held a reception on March 5, inviting 62 government officials and distinguished guests to the ship during its port visit in Muara, Brunei.

US Carrier Group to Join Exercise With South Korea (VoA News)

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 20:12:19 GMT

US, Japan Complete Fleet Synthetic Training Exercise (Brahmand)

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 20:12:01 GMT

Airmen Help Prepare Japan Air Self Defense Force Counterparts for New Security Role

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 21:00:18 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - small group of security forces Airmen here are helping their Japanese counterparts stand up the Air Self Defense Force's first-ever advanced security training squadron.

U.S. 7th Fleet Completes Bi-lateral and Joint Ballistic Missile Defense Training Exercise (DefPro)

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 20:59:48 GMT

Blue Ridge Sailors Visit Malaysia

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 20:59:26 GMT

PORT KLANG, Malaysia - USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) arrived in Port Klang, Malaysia, March 7, for the ship's first port visit to the city since October 2009.

Philippine Navy Acquires US Patrol Ship (ABS-CBN News)

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 20:59:08 GMT

Stryker Unit Conducts Live Fire Exercise in Korea

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 20:58:46 GMT

NIGHTMARE RANGE, South Korea - A U.S. Army Stryker unit engaged and destroyed targets here at this South Korean live fire range March 7 during Exercise Foal Eagle.

USS Preble Conducts Fisheries Patrol

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 23:02:00 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - The guided-missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG-88) conducted fisheries patrol in the Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZ) of various Pacific Island Nations en route from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii to Guam March 6.

U.S. Destroyer Commander Officer Meets Royal Brunei Armed Forces (DefPro)

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 23:01:34 GMT

Boxer Amphibious Ready Group Enters 7th Fleet

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 23:01:11 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - The Boxer Amphibious Ready Group (BOXARG) entered the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility on March 6, as part of the ship's Western Pacific deployment.

Essex Sailors Visit Cambodian Orphanage

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 23:00:51 GMT

SIHANOUKVILLE, Cambodia - Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) participated in a community service (COMSERV) project March 2 at the Village d'enfant de Sihanoukville orphanage in Sihanoukville, Cambodia.

USS Reuben James' Commanding Officer Meets Royal Brunei Armed Forces

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 23:00:29 GMT

MUARA, Brunei - The guided-missile destroyer USS Reuben James' (FFG 57) commanding officer met with two senior members of the Royal Brunei Armed Forces (RBAF) on March 4.

US Navy Prepares Sixth Pacific Partnership Mission (VoANews)

Mon, 07 Mar 2011 23:00:08 GMT

U.S. 7th Fleet Completes Bi-lateral and Joint Ballistic Missile Defense Training Exercise

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 21:14:00 GMT

SOUTH CHINA SEA - U.S. 7th Fleet, Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) and various other commands throughout Japan, the Pacific and continental United States completed Fleet Synthetic Training-Joint exercise 11-71 on March 3.

USNH Yokosuka Promotes Patient Safety Awareness

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 21:13:37 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - U.S. Naval Hospital (USNH) Yokosuka has joined other leading healthcare organizations around the world in celebration of Patient Safety Awareness Week, sponsored by National Patient Safety Foundation, March 6-12.

USS Germantown Visits Indonesia

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 21:13:17 GMT

SURABAYA, Indonesia - The amphibious dock landing ship USS Germantown (LSD 42) and embarked 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit arrived in Surabaya, Indonesia, for a port visit on March 3.

Pacific Partnership 2011 to Test Disaster Response Capabilities

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 21:30:50 GMT

WASHINGTON - U.S. Pacific Command (PACOM) is preparing to launch an interagency, international mission, March 21, aimed at providing a fast, coordinated response should disaster strike the Pacific Ocean region.

Kunsan Fighter Wing & ROK Fighter Group Participate in Bilateral Training

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 21:30:22 GMT

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - Service members from the 8th Fighter Wing and Republic of Korea Air Force's 38th Fighter Group participated in a bilateral chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear incident exercise here March 2.

Gillard Heads to Washington to Meet Obama (Sydney Morning Herald)

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 21:29:55 GMT

Essex Sailors Share Leadership Principles with Royal Cambodian Navy

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 21:29:32 GMT

SIHANOUKVILLE, Kingdom of Cambodia - Senior Sailors assigned to the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) shared ideas on military leadership with officers of the Royal Cambodian Navy (RCN) March 1, as part of Cambodia Maritime Exercise 2011.

U.S. Army Flexes Logistical Muscles during Key Resolve/Foal Eagle

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 21:29:05 GMT

CAMP CARROLL, South Korea - The U.S. Army flexed its logistical muscles March 3, moving pre-positioned stocks onto trains here during railhead operations in support of Key Resolve/Foal Eagle.

USS Hawaii Returns from Western Pacific Deployment

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 23:01:04 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - The Virginia-class fast attack submarine USS Hawaii (SSN 776) returned to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam after a scheduled six-month deployment to the Western Pacific region, Feb. 24.

U.S. Air Force Participates in Australia's Avalon Airshow

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 23:00:43 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - At the invitation of the Government of Australia, the United States military will be represented at the Australian International Airshow 2011 held at Avalon Airport, Victoria, Australia, from March 1 through 6.

Cope North 11-1 Comes to a Close

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 23:00:16 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - U.S. Air Force and Japan Air Self-Defense Force completed an annual two-week bilateral flying training exercise Feb. 25, that was designed to increase interoperability between the two nations.

Operation Deep Freeze Airmen and Equipment Safe Following New Zealand Earthquake

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 22:59:46 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - Fifty-five Airmen supporting Operation Deep Freeze are safe and accounted for following a 6.3 magnitude earthquake that struck the New Zealand capitol at 1:31 p.m. (HST) on Feb. 21.

Eighth Army Commander Encourages Graduates to Lead

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 20:47:28 GMT

SEOUL, Korea - During his graduation address at Seoul Cyber University Feb. 19, the Eighth Army commanding general encouraged the graduates to be information age leaders.

Germantown Crew Share Time with Orphans in Thailand

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 20:47:10 GMT

LAEM CHABANG, Thailand - While recently making a four-day visit to Thailand, USS Germantown (LSD 42) crew members took time from touring the famous resort city and spend a day with orphans at the Abundant Life Home (ALH).

Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Welcomes Alaska Air Guard 'Home'

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 20:46:51 GMT

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska - Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson officially welcomed a major component of the Alaska Air Guard into its hangars, Saturday.

Aerospace Ground Equipment Supports Army Deployments

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 20:46:31 GMT

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska - Airmen with the 354th Maintenance Squadron aerospace ground equipment flight assisted the Army's deployment Feb. 3 processing nearly 500 Soldiers through the Joint Mobility Complex to help fulfill the wing's mission of enabling military forces.

'Commitment Remains Steadfast' in Asia-Pacific

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 22:43:20 GMT

HONG KONG - Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet Vice Adm. Scott R. Van Buskirk told members of the Asia Society in Hong Kong on Feb. 21 that the Navy's increased capabilities and growing maritime partnerships reflect an enduring commitment to peace and stability in the region.

USS Reuben James Arrives in Indonesia

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 22:42:51 GMT

JAKARTA, Indonesia - The Oliver Hazard Perry-class frigate USS Reuben James (FFG 57) arrived in Jakarta, Indonesia, for a port visit on Feb. 21.

Essex Amphibious Ready Group Arrives in Thailand

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 22:42:23 GMT

PATTAYA, Thailand - Ships of the forward-deployed Essex Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit arrived in Pattaya, Kingdom of Thailand, for a scheduled port visit Feb. 21 after completing the multinational exercise Cobra Gold 2011.

Eighth Army Participates in Key Resolve/Foal Eagle (USFK)

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 22:42:06 GMT

Essex ARG Completes Cobra Gold 2011

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 22:41:42 GMT

USS ESSEX, At sea - The Essex Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) completed its part in the U.S and Kingdom of Thailand sponsored joint, multinational exercise Cobra Gold 2011 (CG 11) Feb. 19 in the Gulf of Thailand.

Blue Ridge Sailors, Philippine Seabees Improve Manila Orphanage

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 20:27:49 GMT

MANILA, Republic of the Philippines - USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) Sailors and Republic of the Philippines navy seabees volunteered at the Philippines' oldest welfare institution, the Hospicio de San Jose during a combined community service event, Feb. 15.

ASIA-PACIFIC U.S. MILITARY OVERVIEW

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 20:27:26 GMT

WASHINGTON, D.C. - ADM WILLARD: Thank you, everyone, for being here, and I’m very pleased to be back in the Foreign Press Center. Just shortly after I took command, I think, was the first opportunity that I’d had to be here, and I’ve now been in command for about 16 months at U.S. Pacific Command and have extensively traveled the Asia Pacific during that time, have worked many of the Asia Pacific issues here in Washington as well. And I would tell you that after 16 months, the major challenges within the Asia Pacific region remain the same. Certainly, the focus of U.S. Pacific Command to provide for the security of the region and to protect the commons of the region remains the same.

US Navy Ship Visits Hong Kong (sify news)

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 20:26:58 GMT

COPE NORTH 11-1: U.S., Japan Strengthen Ties, Enhance Air Operations

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 20:26:01 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - The U.S. Air Force, U.S. Navy and units from the Japan Air Self-Defense Force began exercise COPE NORTH 11-1 here Feb. 13. The exercise, which lasts until Feb. 25, is the latest in a series of bilateral exercises designed to enhance both countries' air operations.

Willard Cites Need for Asia-Pacific Stability (U.S. DoD)

Fri, 18 Feb 2011 01:33:53 GMT

USS Shoup Visits Western Australia

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 22:35:57 GMT

FREMANTLE, Australia - The guided-missile destroyer USS Shoup (DDG 86) sailed into Fremantle, Australia on Feb. 15 for a four-day port visit. This is first of three port calls Shoup will make in Australia.

Intelligence Chiefs Hold Conference in Japan (NTD Television)

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 22:35:34 GMT

USS Blue Ridge Hosts Philippine Navy Engineers

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 22:34:49 GMT

MANILA, Republic of the Philippines - Sailors aboard 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) brought sailors from the Philippine Navy into the command ship’s engineering department for a professional development exchange.

Soldier Bridges Language Gap in Thailand

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 22:34:27 GMT

CAMP ERAWAN, Thailand - Amid the bustle of Thai and U.S. leadership speaking through interpreters, working to bridge the language gap, there is one Soldier who stands out from all the rest.

Korea-based Medical Team Deploys for Cobra Gold (USFK)

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 22:34:02 GMT

U.S. Commitment Displayed at Aero India

Thu, 17 Feb 2011 22:33:36 GMT

AIR FORCE STATION YELAHANKA, India - Exhibitors and aviation fans from around the world flocked to Aero India 2011, one of Asia's premier aerial events and the largest in India, including more than 100 U.S. military personnel and DoD civilians to support the event Feb. 9-13.

USS Abraham Lincoln Arrives in Singapore

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 21:27:30 GMT

SINGAPORE - USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 2 arrived in Singapore, Feb. 16, to enjoy liberty, meet with local professionals and colleagues, and serve the community.

USS Essex Conducts Vertical Replenishment during Cobra Gold (Stars and Stripes)

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 21:27:10 GMT

U.S., Malaysian Forces Conduct Joint Aviation Exercise

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 21:26:48 GMT

USS Abraham Lincoln - Aircraft from USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) Carrier Strike Group participated in a joint aerial combat training exercise with the Royal Malaysian Air Force, Feb 14.

US, South Korea Announce Major Military Exercises (Voice of America)

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 21:26:29 GMT

U.S., Thai Troops Trade Urban Tactics

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 21:26:10 GMT

CAMP ERAWAN, Thailand - Paratroopers from 3rd Battalion, 509th Parachute Infantry Regiment stationed at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, and paratroopers from the Thai Army's 3-31st Infantry Regiment, King's Guard, traded urban warfighting tactics in a Feb. 12 exercise.

Sailors of USS Blue Ridge, Filipino Servicemen Join in Community Work (MB)

Wed, 16 Feb 2011 21:25:45 GMT

Asia-Pacific Intelligence Leaders to meet in Japan

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 19:38:05 GMT

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii –Military intelligence leaders from the armed forces of 28 Asia-Pacific nations and beyond will gather together in Japan this week to explore ways to increase information sharing in an age where multinational approaches to addressing

USS Blue Ridge Arrives in Manila

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 19:37:45 GMT

MANILA, Philippines - The 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) arrived in Manila, Philippines, Feb. 13, for the ship's first port visit to the island nation since August 2010.

Essex Team Conducts Successful NEO Exercise

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 19:37:16 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - Conducted as part of exercise Cobra Gold 2011, the NEO was designed to demonstrate the ARG's ability to quickly evacuate civilians during a time of crisis.

ROK, U.S. Air Defense Artillery Units Train Together (USFK News)

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 19:36:46 GMT

Thai Security Protecting Joint U.S. Forces

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 19:36:03 GMT

CHIANG MAI, Thailand - Hundreds of U.S. Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines are gathered at a hotel in Chiang Mai, Thailand, as part of Cobra Gold 2011, a joint and multinational exercise that includes Thailand, the United States, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia and Singapore as participating nations.

Legendary Bayonet Charge Honored on 60th Anniversary

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 22:05:57 GMT

OSAN AIR BASE, South Korea - The 8th Army commanding general honored the fighting spirit of the Soldiers who fixed bayonets and charged up hill into withering gun fire here 60 years ago.

Cambodia, Thailand to Face UN over Border Dispute (Yahoo News)

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 22:05:29 GMT

USS O'Kane Returns to Pearl Harbor

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 22:05:06 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - USS O'Kane (DDG 77) returned to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Feb. 8, following a scheduled seven-month deployment to the U.S. Central Command and western Pacific regions.

Inter-Korean Talks Collapse after North's Walkout (Yahoo News)

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 22:04:47 GMT

JS Uzushio Begins Training with U.S. Navy

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 22:03:13 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) submarine, JS Uzushio (SS 592) arrived at Naval Station Pearl Harbor to begin annual training exercises with U.S. Navy submarine forces, Feb.7.

Mullen: U.S. Military Shifting Focus to Asia-Pacific, Needs Partners to Face Changing Threats (Stars & Stripes)

Wed, 09 Feb 2011 22:02:50 GMT

Houston Visits Malaysia During Spring Patrol

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 20:28:35 GMT

SEPANGAR, Malaysia -The Los Angeles-class fast- attack submarine USS Houston (SSN 713) arrived in Sepangar, Malaysia on Jan. 31, as part of its spring patrol.

C-130J Reaches Hindon Ahead of Induction Into Indian Air Force (Sify)

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 20:28:09 GMT

USS Frank Cable Sailors Help Build A Home in Malaysia

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 20:27:45 GMT

KAMPONG VILLAGE, Malaysia - Sailors from the submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40) helped to build a new home as part of a Habitat for Humanity Community Service project in the city of Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia Feb. 1 and 2.

Indian Navy to Buy four More P-8Is Aircraft (IndiaTimes)

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 20:27:22 GMT

KATUSAS Celebrate Lunar New Year with Tradition

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 20:26:57 GMT

CAMP RED CLOUD, South Korea - U.S. Soldiers might be curious why their Korean counterparts, Korean Augmentation to the U.S. Army Soldiers, are so excited to celebrate the New Year with their families nearly a month after the first of January. That's because one of their biggest holidays, Seol-nal, celebrates New Years Day on Jan. 1 of the lunar calendar.

Malaysia to Join in Cobra Gold (Bangkok Post)

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 20:26:36 GMT

Thai Forces Join to Improve Multinational Interoperability

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 20:26:08 GMT

Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni - Marines and sailors participating in Cobra Gold 2011 arrived at Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base, Thailand, Jan. 27.

Aircraft Carrier Reagan Leaves for Deployment (Sign On)

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 19:07:39 GMT

Soldiers Bridge Communication Barrier through Understanding, Cooperation

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 19:07:15 GMT

CAMP KENGUN, Japan - About 69 Soldiers from Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Wash., arrived in early January in Japan to participate in Yama Sakura 59, an annual bilateral exercise between the U.S. and Japanese Ground Self-Defense Forces.

Australia Reels from Once-in-a-Century Cyclone (Yahoo News)

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 19:06:48 GMT

Hickam C-17 Drops a Navy Boat over Pacific

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 19:06:29 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - It was 0'dark-thirty and only the blue line of runway lights met the joint Air Force and Navy crew under the wings of a C-17 Globemaster III.

CFB Esquimalt Warships to Play Hide and Seek with U.S. Submarines (VicNews)

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 19:05:54 GMT

Air Defenders Participate in Joint Training in Korea

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 23:53:56 GMT

OSAN AIR BASE, South Korea - Capt. Cameron Craig, Sgt. Jose Velazquez and Spc. Philip Harrel attentively observed the air picture showing up on their display scopes inside the Patriot Information Coordination Central shelter.

Devastating Cyclone Wreaks Havoc in Australia (Yahoo News)

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 23:53:29 GMT

Reuben James Deploys to Western Pacific

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 23:53:08 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - USS Reuben James (FFG 57) deployed from Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Feb. 1, as part of an independent deployment to the Western Pacific.

After Anti-piracy Mission, INS Cankarso Returns Home (Sify News)

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 23:52:43 GMT

Common Language Helps Bridge Communication Gap between Japanese, US Forces

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 23:52:16 GMT

CAMP KENGUN - As Yama Sakura 59 focuses on building strong alliances and partnerships, Japanese and U.S. forces have discovered a common bond that has made it easier for them to communicate.

Pak Wants Closer Ties with ASEAN, Asia-Pacific Region: Zardari (Asia pacific News)

Wed, 02 Feb 2011 23:51:42 GMT

USS Essex Departs for Western Pacific Patrol

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 20:14:47 GMT

USS ESSEX, At sea - The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) departed Sasebo, Japan Jan. 25 to begin a series of partnership-building exercises throughout the Western Pacific.

S.Korea Offers Date for Meeting with North Korea (Yahoo News)

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 20:14:19 GMT

USARAK Engineers Partner with Thai, Indonesian Counterparts

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 20:13:56 GMT

THAILAND - Two platoons from the 56th Engineer Company, 6th Engineer Battalion are in Thailand, working on a series of civic action projects with counterparts from the Royal Thai Air Force and Indonesian Army.

India Celebrates 62nd R’Day, Military Might on Show (Thaindian News)

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 20:13:26 GMT

U.S.-Japan Bilateral Exercise begins in Japan with Senior Japanese Leader Visits

Wed, 26 Jan 2011 20:12:47 GMT

CAMP KENGUN, Japan - Japan's senior leadership from its Ministry of Defense visited Camp Kengen in Kumamoto, Japan Jan. 18 to inspect the grounds and the soldiers there in preparation for the U.S.-Japan bilateral exercise, Yama Sakura 59, that began Jan. 22.

ROK-U.S. Alliance Engineers Build Enduring Friendship

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 19:54:45 GMT

KOREAN DEMILITARIZED ZONE, South Korea - During a 2003 road repair project here, two engineers from two different countries built an enduring friendship that has taken them from the Korean Peninsula to Afghanistan and back.

Japan and the U.S. begin Joint Military Exercises (The Voice of Russia)

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 19:49:50 GMT

USS Carl Vinson To Visit Malaysia

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 19:49:24 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) and USS Bunker Hill (CG 52) of the Carl Vinson Strike Group arrived in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia for a port visit Jan. 22.

USS Hawaii Becoming Familiar with Pacific (Star & Advertiser)

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 19:48:58 GMT

Five Americans Missing in Pacific Land in Philippines (AP)

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 19:44:42 GMT

Japan Builds Support to Relocate Marine Corps Air Station Futenma (DefPro)

Mon, 24 Jan 2011 19:44:20 GMT

Chairman's Corner: Military Professionalism and Ethics (DoD Live)

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 21:55:47 GMT

Republic of Singapore Navy Trains with U.S. Navy

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 21:55:15 GMT

USS CARL VINSON, At Sea - Assets assigned to Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 1 and the Republic of Singapore Navy (RSN) participated in an air surface warfare exercise in the South China Sea Jan. 19-20.

South Korea Rescues Crew and Ship from Pirates (The New York Times)

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 21:54:56 GMT

Casey Exchange Employee Among First Koreans to Serve Soldiers Abroad

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 21:54:17 GMT

CAMP CASEY, South Korea - The Army and Air Force Exchange Service motto is "We go where you go," and one trailblazing 49-year-old Korean employee from Camp Casey, South Korea, is proud to say he did just that.

Indian Navy Strengthens Far-reaching Capability (Sify)

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 21:53:39 GMT

Osan Airmen Visit Korean Orphanage

Fri, 21 Jan 2011 21:53:18 GMT

OSAN AIR BASE. Republic of Korea - Airmen have many volunteer opportunities throughout their Air Force career. One such opportunity here is volunteering at the local orphanages through the base chapel.

USS Germantown to Replace USS Harpers Ferry

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 20:24:04 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - The U.S. Navy announced today the Dock Landing Ship USS Germantown (LSD-42) will replace USS Harpers Ferry (LSD-49) as part of the permanently forward-deployed amphibious forces of the U.S. 7th Fleet.

Hu Jintao Arriving for State Visit Focused on Economics, Security, Human Rights

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 20:23:31 GMT

Indian Navy to Commission New UAV Squadron (Sify News)

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 20:18:58 GMT

Hickam Aircrew Maximizes Training in Guam

Tue, 18 Jan 2011 20:18:28 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - It took 23 passes over the designated drops zones and a 12-hour tactical duty day of training to finally finish a single day of airdrop training in Guam.

Gates Visits Japan, Stresses Need to Prevent North Korean Provocations

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 21:20:49 GMT

TOKYO - Preventing another North Korea provocation of South Korea is in everyone's interest, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said here today.

Carl Vinson Sailors Reach Out to Children in Busan

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 21:20:25 GMT

BUSAN, Republic of Korea - Sailors from USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 17 and the Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN) visited the Sung Ae Won Home for Children as part of a community relations (COMREL) project in Busan, Republic of Korea, Jan. 13.

Keeping Misawa Connected Across the Globe, from the Sky

Fri, 14 Jan 2011 21:20:05 GMT

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan - When some people think of satellite communications, they may think of their television provider or being contacted by aliens through the Search for Extra-Terrestrial Intelligence Program. When it comes to Misawa Air Base's Satellite Communication maintainers, however, their mission is more important than what's on T.V. tonight or chatting with space friends.

Gates: North Korea Becoming Direct Threat to US

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 20:45:31 GMT

BEIJING - If it continues on its current path, North Korea could be a "direct threat" to the United States in five years or less, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said in Beijing, today.

Gates Arrives in Japan for Military Talks (U.S. DoD)

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 20:45:03 GMT

U.S. Army Pacific Health Promotion Council Meeting Focuses on Soldier Wellness Programs

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 20:44:41 GMT

FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii - The U.S. Army Pacific Surgeon's Office discussed suicide prevention and wellness programs at the quarterly Pacific Health Promotion Council meeting Jan. 7 at USARPAC headquarters.

Stockdale, Gridley Conduct a Passing Exercise in the Sea of Japan

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 22:37:28 GMT

SEA OF JAPAN - Ships and aircraft from the Carl Vinson Strike Group participated in a Passing Exercise (PASSEX) with the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) while underway in the Sea of Japan Jan. 10.

Gates: Chinese Taking Strategic Dialogue Proposal Seriously (DoD)

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 22:37:06 GMT

Indian and U.S. Navy Divers Practice Specialized Techniques

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 22:36:47 GMT

PORT BLAIR, India - USNS Safeguard (T-ARS 50), U.S. Navy divers from Company 1-6 of Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 1, and Commander Task Force 73 are strengthening established diving and salvage relationships with the Indian Navy as part of Salvage Exchange 2011 (SALVEX 11), the latest in a series of longstanding diving and salvage exchanges between the two countries.

US Aircraft Carrier Carl Vinson Visits Korea (Arirang)

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 22:36:25 GMT

Wolf Pack Members Take Flight in Army Black Hawk

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 22:35:59 GMT

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - Wolf Pack members experienced first-hand what flying in a rotary-wing aircraft feels like when Soldiers from the 2-2 Aviation Regiment, 2nd Combat Aviation Brigade at Camp Humphreys brought a UH-60 Black Hawk to Kunsan Jan. 7.

Gates: US, China Must Cooperate as World Powers

Tue, 11 Jan 2011 22:35:42 GMT

BEIJING - The United States and China are world powers that need to cooperate, Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates said Jan. 10, in Beijing.

Korean-American Carl Vinson Sailors Returning Home For Busan Port Visit

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 20:22:27 GMT

USS CARL VINSON, At Sea - A handful of Korean-born Sailors assigned to USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) will be returning home for the first time in several years when the Nimitz-class carrier pulls into Busan Jan. 11.

US, China Defense Chiefs Mend Frayed Military Ties (Yahoo News)

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 20:22:08 GMT

Contracting Specialists Train for Disasters during Contingency Contracting Exercise

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 20:21:44 GMT

Fort Shafter, Hawaii - The 413th Contracting Support Brigade at Fort Shafter become the first CSB to support a disaster scenario based on real-world events during a recent joint contracting field training exercise.

South Korea, Japan Discuss Military Pact (Yahoo News)

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 20:21:24 GMT

U.S. Air Force to Deploy Raptors to Japan

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 20:19:44 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - The U.S. Air Force is scheduled to deploy 15 F-22A Raptors to Kadena Air Base, Japan, in January 2011 for approximately three months.

India, Indonesia to Boost Anti-piracy Cooperation (Sify News)

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 20:18:57 GMT

North Silent as South Korean Army Prepares to Hold Drill (Reuters)

Wed, 22 Dec 2010 19:34:16 GMT

96th ARS Airmen Start Flying at Hickam

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 23:21:25 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - Airmen from the 96th Air Refueling Squadron here performed their first operational mission Dec. 13 by refueling B-52 Stratofortresses from the 5th Wing at Minot AFB, N.D.

Analysis: Skepticism May Greet North Korea Nuclear Offer (Reuters)

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 23:21:07 GMT

VP 4 Kicks Off 7th Fleet Deployment with Keen Sword 2011

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 23:20:42 GMT

NAHA, Japan - A week after arriving in Okinawa, Japan Nov. 23 to start their six-month deployment in the 7th Fleet area of responsibility, the Skinny Dragons of Patrol Squadron (VP) 4 took part in the bilateral exercise Keen Sword 2011 Dec. 3 – 10.

US to China: Don't Use Rare Earths as 'Weapon'

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 23:20:18 GMT

USS Olympia Returns Following Pacific Deployment

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 23:19:41 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - The Los Angeles-class submarine USS Olympia (SSN 717) returned to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Dec. 17, after completing a six-month deployment to the Western Pacific region in support of 7th Fleet operations.

U.S. Troops to Observe South Korean Live-fire Drills (U.S. DoD)

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 22:02:01 GMT

KSC Battalion Conducts Annual Mobilization Drill

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 22:01:39 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea - The Korean Service Corps Battalion conducted its annual mobilization rehearsal Dec. 8 at Collier Field House here to demonstrate to the 8th Army leadership how the process works at a theater level.

APS - 3 Equipment Overhauled in Korean Port

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 22:01:21 GMT

PORT OF GWANGYANG, South Korea - Packed with more than 1,000 trucks, trailers, and other equipment belonging to the Army's Prepositioned Stocks - 3 program, the USNS Watson docked here to service its cargo.

S. Korea, Japan, China Sign Deal on Secretariat (The Korea Herald)

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 20:52:30 GMT

Lassen Returns to Yokosuka, Japan

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 20:52:03 GMT

Chinese Premier Calls for Cooperation with India (Yahoo News)

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 20:51:49 GMT

South Korea Plans Live Firing Drill from Attacked Island (VoANews)

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 20:51:24 GMT

Essex Returns to Sasebo Following Patrol of Western Pacific

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 01:04:41 GMT

SASEBO, Japan - The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) arrived in Sasebo, Japan, Dec. 14 after completing a three-and-a-half month patrol of the Western Pacific Ocean.

US Envoy Calls Korean Peninsula Division a Tragedy (Yahoo News)

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 01:04:19 GMT

Exercise Sandfisher Commences on Guam, Integrates US, Singapore Amphibious Techniques

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 01:03:13 GMT

SANTA RITA, Guam - The 3rd Reconnaissance Battalion Marines from Okinawa, Japan, conducted helocast training exercise Sandfisher with their counterparts from the Singaporean Armed Forces just north of Gab Gab Beach aboard U.S. Naval Base Guam Dec. 13.

South Korea Stages Air Raid Drill (VoANews)

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 01:02:49 GMT

USS Pasadena Departs for Western Pacific Deployment

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 01:02:24 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - Los Angeles-Class fast-attack submarine USS Pasadena (SSN 752) departed Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Dec. 14 for a scheduled six-month deployment to the western Pacific region.

Not Happy with Pace of Armed Forces Modernisation: Antony (Sify news)

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 00:59:04 GMT

JASDF, USAF Service Members Build Bilateral Friendships

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 20:19:16 GMT

KOMATSU AIR SELF-DEFENSE FORCE, Japan - Japanese and American service members located at Komatsu Japan Air Self-Defense Force base took bilateral teamwork to a new level recently as a group discussed tactics and procedures of the intricate sport of soccer.

U.S. Urges Strong Trilateral Alliance with Seoul, Tokyo (Yahoo News)

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 20:18:55 GMT

Hawaii Commemorates 69th Pearl Harbor Day

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 20:18:35 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - The National Park Service and the U.S. Navy hosted a joint memorial ceremony commemorating the 69th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor Dec. 7 at the newly dedicated $56 million Pearl Harbor Visitor Center at the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument.

China Ducking Responsibility on N.Korea: US Admiral (Yahoo News)

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 20:18:06 GMT

'Guard and Protect' Exercise Unites Bilateral Forces

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 20:17:39 GMT

MISAWA AIR BASE, Japan - A key component of the 35th Fighter Wing's mission is to assist in the defense of Japan. To that end, the 35th Security Force Squadron practiced base defense with their Japanese counterparts during a Guard and Protect exercise Dec. 4 - 5.

Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos Determine to Enhance Co-op in Combating Drugs (Peolple's Daily)

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 20:17:11 GMT

USS Essex Conducts Landing Craft Operations with JMSDF Ships

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 20:12:34 GMT

USS ESSEX, At Sea - The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) embarked landing craft, air cushion (LCAC) vehicles with the Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) Dec. 6, as part of exercise Keen Sword 2010.

U.S. Seeks Access to Key Australian Military Bases (Brisbane Times)

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 20:18:44 GMT

Keen Sword to the 'Rescue'

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 20:18:16 GMT

OFF THE COAST OF OKINAWA, Japan - Pararescuemen from the 31st Rescue Squadron, along with aircrews from the 33rd Rescue Squadron, conduct simulated search and rescue operations during exercise Keen Sword, near Kadena Air Base, Dec. 6.

S.Korea to Make Islands Near N.Korea 'Fortresses' (Yahoo News)

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 20:17:52 GMT

Army's Patriot Batallion Contributes to Keen Sword

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 20:17:26 GMT

CAMP COURTNEY, Japan - Soldiers from the 1-1 Air Defense Artillery Batallion at Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan, are participating in exercise Keen Sword as part of the air defense picture of the exercise.

Joint Drills Highlight U.S.- Japan Ties (The Wall Street Journal)

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 20:17:00 GMT

PACAF Specialized Medical Team Conducts First-ever Peacetime Missions

Tue, 07 Dec 2010 20:16:17 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR HICKAM, Hawaii - Pacific Air Forces deployed the first-ever peace time Critical Care Air Transport Team to transfer a critically ill patient from Naval Hospital, Guam, to Tripler Army Medical Center, Hawaii, Nov. 17.

Keen Sword 2011 Brings US and Japanese Sailors Together

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 19:27:15 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force personnel and their U.S. counterparts aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73) work side-by-side Dec. 5 to increase interoperability and improve the alliance during Keen Sword 2011.

Korea, U.S. and Japan Holding Three-way Meet (Korea JoongAng Daily)

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 19:26:54 GMT

Mullen to Visit Seoul to Consult, Reassure Allies (US Department of Defense)

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 19:26:32 GMT

Essex Expeditionary Strike Group Begins Keen Sword 2011

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 19:26:05 GMT

EAST CHINA SEA - The forward-deployed Sailors of the Essex Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) joined Marines from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) to begin the biennial exercise Keen Sword Dec. 3 in the East China Sea.

U.S. Army Upgrades Pre-positioned Stocks in Korea (USFK)

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 19:25:13 GMT

India, France to Intensify Defence Relations (DNA India)

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 19:24:49 GMT

Naval Exercise Wraps Up In South Korea

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:18:02 GMT

WASHINGTON, Dec. 1, 2010 - As the United States and South Korean militaries wrapped up four days of joint naval exercises, the task force commander said he’s “exceptionally satisfied” with capabilities demonstrated during operations that sent a strong deterrent message to North Korea.

Japan, China Envoys Meet in Beijing Over Korean Row (Channelnewsasia)

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:17:38 GMT

USS Paul Hamilton Deploys

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:17:10 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - Families and friends said goodbye as the Arleigh Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60) departed from Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam on Nov. 30 for an independent deployment to the Middle East and Western Pacific.

Indonesia, Singapore Join in Air Fighting Training (People Daily)

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:16:43 GMT

USS Mustin Conducts Ship-Wide Zone Inspections

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:15:56 GMT

USS MUSTIN, At Sea - USS George Zone inspections are not a new thing to shipboard Sailors, but the guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) is taking the strategy to new lengths during their ship-wide zone inspection at sea Nov. 27 – Dec. 1.

China, India Conclude Border Talks to Boost Ties (China Daily)

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:15:29 GMT

'Orient Shield' Pairs National Guard with Japanese Troops

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 20:46:04 GMT

KAMI-FURANO, Japan - "Move, move, move! Enemy fire at nine o'clock; engage and fire!" barked leaders of the Missouri Army National Guard amidst helicopters touching down in the landing zone, small arms fire, mortars and grenade explosions.

Japan Rejects Emergency North Korea Talks Proposal (Channelnewsasia)

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 20:16:28 GMT

George Washington Strike Group Welcomes United Nations Military Officials

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 20:15:59 GMT

USS George Washington, At Sea - USS George Washington (CVN 73) welcomed four Neutral Nations Supervisory Commission (NNSC) dignitaries aboard the ship on Nov. 29, during the second day of a naval exercise in the series announced at the 2-plus-2 meetings in July with Republic of Korea (ROK) naval forces.

Russia and India Likely to Ink Trade, Military Deals (AFP)

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 20:15:40 GMT

Mullen: North Korea's Unpredictability Endangers Region

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 20:14:53 GMT

WASHINGTON - The only thing predictable about the North Korean regime is its unpredictability, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff said in a television broadcast Nov. 28.

Indonesia Formalizes Ties With 21 Countries (JakartaGlobe)

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 20:14:22 GMT

Secretary of the Navy Concludes Trip to Southeast Asia

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 20:13:48 GMT

HAI PHONG, Vietnam - The secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) concluded a seven-day trip to Thailand, Singapore and Vietnam Nov. 28.

Dubuque Sailors, Marines Visit Island of Cebu

Tue, 30 Nov 2010 19:53:19 GMT

CEBU, Philippines - Sailors and embarked Marines from the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit aboard USS Dubuque (LPD 8) wrapped up a three-day port visit to the island of Cebu, Philippines, Nov. 26.

Harpers Ferry Sailors Visit CARE Shelter in Singapore

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:59:31 GMT

SINGAPORE - Sailors from the amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49) visited the Catholic AIDS Response Effort (CARE) shelter for people with AIDS in Singapore on Nov. 02.

Obama Confirms US Strategic Shift Towards India (BBC)

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:59:08 GMT

JSA Security Battalion Takes Team Building to New Heights

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:58:47 GMT

CAMP BONIFAS, South Korea - The most forward-deployed battalion in South Korea took part in a leadership team building exercise here Nov. 3 - 4.

Philippines, Indonesia Boost Exchange of Info on Terror Threats (Phil Star)

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:57:32 GMT

Yokota's Samurai Surge

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:57:11 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - Seven C-130 Hercules aircraft took off as part of a Samurai Surge exercise here Nov. 4.

U.S. in Multilateral Discussions to Combat Transnational Crime (News Blaze)

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:56:45 GMT

Special Olympics brings U.S. military, Okinawan Communities Together for a Cause

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:56:00 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - Thousands of spectators, and regional leaders from Japan and the United States, and even a soccer star from Brazil came out to show support for more than 1,500 athletes and artists participating in the 11th Annual Kadena Special Olympics Games and Art Show Saturday.

US Forces get Nod to Share Our Bases (National Affairs)

Tue, 09 Nov 2010 00:54:24 GMT

Secretary of State Visits Service Members on Guam

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 20:32:40 GMT

YIGO, Guam (NNS) - More than 1,000 Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Marines attended a speech given by Secretary of State of the United States Hillary Rodham Clinton at Andersen Air Force Base Oct. 29.

Planes Drop Food as Indonesia Struggles with Aid (Yahoo News)

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 20:31:58 GMT

NMCB 11 Seabees Build Lasting Relationships in Cambodia

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 20:31:34 GMT

REAM, Cambodia - A team of U.S. Navy Seabees from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 11 (NMCB 11) partnered with Royal Cambodian Army (RCAF) engineers here over the last month, going beyond the original project to build a variety of facilities for children at Hun Sen High School.

Japan Carries Out Successful Missile-defense Test (Stars & Stripes)

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 20:31:10 GMT

Eielson Airmen Participate in Convoy Training

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 20:30:47 GMT

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska -- More than 40 Airmen from the 354th Civil Engineering Squadron received convoy operations training this month at Eielson.

U.S., Russia to Join East Asia Summit: ASEAN (The Hindu)

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 20:30:23 GMT

America's Engagement in the Asia-Pacific (Dept. of State)

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 02:58:52 GMT

Amphibious Force Commander Dedicates Building at Cambodian High School

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 22:18:14 GMT

SIHANOUKVILLE, Cambodia (NNS) -- Commander, Amphibious Force Seventh Fleet, kicked off a dedication ceremony Oct. 26th for a new building constructed by Naval Mobile Construction Battalion Eleven (NMCB 11) at Hun Sen High School as part of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Cambodia 2010.

Japan, U.S. Set for Joint Missile-defense Test (Reuters)

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 22:17:55 GMT

Humphreys, S. Korea Volunteers Join Forces with Locals to 'Make a Difference'

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 22:17:30 GMT

HUMPHREYS GARRISON - Joining millions of people around the world, about 250 members of the U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys community, along with 100 students and adults from Pyeongtaek City, participated in Make a Difference Day by helping to clean up Deog Dong San City Park, in Pyeongtaek, Oct. 23.

U.S. Invites Indian Army To Alaska For Field Engagements (AHN)

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 22:17:08 GMT

644 CBCS Teaches First Combined Combat Training Course

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 22:16:41 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - Although many Team Andersen Airmen are familiar with the Commando Warrior training course taught by the 736th Security Forces Squadron, another Air Base Defense Training Center is swiftly gaining prestige for the 36th Wing, the Combat Readiness School (CRS) offered by the 644th Combat Communications Squadron, a unit within the 36th Contingency Response Group.

Clinton in Hawaii for Talks with Japan FM (Associated Press)

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 22:16:15 GMT

U.S., Australians Military Participate in Exercise Hamel in the Land Down Under

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 22:52:15 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (AFNS) -- Air Force B-52 Stratofortresses flew from Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, to the land Down Under to demonstrate the capability and flexibility of the Stratofortress to Australian military partners, as part of Exercise Hamel, Oct. 8 through 18.

Clinton Departs for Two-week Asia Trip (Yahoo News)

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 22:48:06 GMT

Harpers Ferry Sailors Donate Clothes to Typhoon Victims

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 22:47:24 GMT

SUBIC BAY, Republic of the Philippines - Sailors from the amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49) donated a tri-wall (a large cardboard box) of clothes, toiletries and canned goods to the Olongapo City chapter of the Philippine Red Cross on Oct. 25.

U.S. Offers Aid to Cyclone-hit Myanmar (AFP)

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 22:45:46 GMT

USS Halsey Encourages Partnership during Malaysia Port Visit

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 22:43:20 GMT

KOTA KINABALU, Malaysia – The guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey (DDG 97) visited Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia on Oct. 21 during its deployment with the Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group to the 7th and 5th Fleet areas of responsibility.

Pacific Integration key to Army strategy

Wed, 27 Oct 2010 22:43:02 GMT

WASHINGTON (Army News Service -- As part of Pacific Integration, Eighth Army in Korea will alter its name next year and fall under U.S. Army Pacific.

U.S., Cambodian Navies Participate in Final CARAT 2010 Exercise

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:13:15 GMT

SIHANOUKVILLE, Cambodia (NNS) - Approximately 600 U.S. Navy Sailors are joining hundreds of Royal Cambodian navy sailors for six days of maritime safety and security exercises for Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Cambodia 2010.

Indonesia Tsunami Kills 113; Scores More Missing (The Hindu)

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:12:57 GMT

Max Thunder 10-02 Concludes

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:12:34 GMT

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - Max Thunder 10-02, a bilateral training exercise designed to demonstrate interoperability between U.S. and ROK military forces on the peninsula, concluded Oct. 22 at Kwangju AB, ROK.

U.S.-South Korea Exercises Will Resume (U.S. DoD)

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:12:12 GMT

USFJ, 5 AF Change of Command Ceremony

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:11:50 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - Lieutenant General Burton M. Field assumed command of U.S. Forces, Japan, and Fifth Air Force during a Change of Command ceremony held here today.

Indonesian Volcano Erupts, 20 Injured by Hot Ash (Yahoo News)

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:11:18 GMT

Sports Strengthen ROK, U.S. Friendship

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:10:45 GMT

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- The Wolf Pack took a day to observe the common bonds of friendship between U.S. and the Republic of Korea by hosting a Sports Day here Oct. 19.

Preparations Underway for Secretary of State Visit (KHON)

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:10:17 GMT

Troops Deliver Relief Supplies to Typhoon Victims (Stars and Stripes)

Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:09:51 GMT

Online Ballots Can Help Overseas Votes Count

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 20:39:18 GMT

WASHINGTON - The Defense Department's Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) has a solution for overseas servicemembers and other U.S. citizens living outside the country who haven't received an election ballot: get it online.

Regional Counter-Terrorism Center to be Set up in Bangladesh (People's Daily)

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 20:32:29 GMT

U.S. Sends Typhoon Relief Aid (BusinessWorld)

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 20:32:07 GMT

Yokota Airmen Participate in Low Cost, Low Altitude Training Drops

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 20:31:39 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - Yokota Airmen used new Low Cost, Low Altitude training to practice new airdrop techniques at the Fuji Drop Zone, Oct. 7.

S. Korea DM: Kim Urges Regional Efforts on Security (The Korea Herald)

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 20:31:15 GMT

Training on Indian Ships a Boon to Naval Cadets (Sri Lanka Ministry of Defence)

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 20:30:53 GMT

Philippine School Dedicated as Part of Phiblex '11 (dvids)

Wed, 20 Oct 2010 20:29:56 GMT

United States Authorizes Disaster Relief Assistance

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 20:47:48 GMT

MANILA - To assist victims of Typhoon Juan (international name, Megi), and in response to a formal request from the Government of the Philippines, U.S. Ambassador to the Philippines Harry K. Thomas, Jr. instructed the U.S. Embassy to authorize disaster relief assistance through the Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA) of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). USAID plans to make available $100,000 to help those affected by the typhoon.

Korea to Boost Naval Defenses (The Chosun Ilbo)

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 20:47:27 GMT

Philippines Requests Aid in Killer Typhoon’s Aftermath (U.S. DoD)

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 20:47:09 GMT

Max Thunder Roars at Kwangju

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 20:46:46 GMT

KWANGJU AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - Flight sorties consisting of integrated U.S. and ROK Air Force aircraft and Airmen began here Oct. 18 as the focal point of Max Thunder 10-02.

France Keen on Closer Military Ties with India (Sify)

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 20:45:14 GMT

13 AF Commander Visits Antarctica for Kick-off of Operation Deep Freeze

Tue, 19 Oct 2010 20:35:58 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - Lt. Gen. Hawk Carlisle, 13th Air Force and Joint Task Force Support Forces Antarctica commander at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, made a recent visit to Antarctica during the kick-off of Operation Deep Freeze, in which the U.S. military supports the U.S. Antarctic Program and the National Science Foundation.

Essex Amphibious Ready Group Begins PHIBLEX 2011

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 21:15:29 GMT

SUBIC BAY, Republic of the Philippines - The forward-deployed Sailors of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) comprised of the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2), the amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49), the amphibious transport dock USS Denver (LPD 9) and Marines from the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) started training evolutions the annual Amphibious Landing Exercise (PHIBLEX) in the Philippines Oct. 14.

S. Korea, US Begin Air Defense Exercise (The Korea Times)

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 21:14:42 GMT

Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Answers the Call for Joint Service Training

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 21:14:16 GMT

FORT BENNING, Georgia - The C-17 Globemaster III from the 15th Wing at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, must have looked like an angel sent from heaven as it soared through the skies before touching down here Sunday. In the eyes of the jumpmasters who operate the 1st Battalion, 507th Parachute Infantry Regiment, the plane and its crew truly must have been sent from above.

India, Russia Revive a Time-Tested Partnership (World Politics Review)

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 21:13:55 GMT

Shoup Sailors Lend a Hand in Malaysia

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 21:13:28 GMT

USS SHOUP, At Sea - Twenty-seven Sailors from USS Shoup (DDG 86) volunteered their time at two orphanages near Kuala Lumpur during a port call visit in Port Klang, Malaysia Oct. 8-12.

US, Filipinos Welcome Bilateral Partnership (Dvids)

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 21:13:06 GMT

India Asks ADMM Plus For Cooperation To Secure Sea-Lanes (Asia Bulletin)

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 20:09:26 GMT

China-US Military Ties Impasse Set To End (One India)

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 20:08:48 GMT

India Voted to UNSC High Table (HindustanTimes)

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 20:08:29 GMT

Andersen AB (734th Air Mobility Squadron) Keeps People, Cargo Moving

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 20:07:28 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - Airmen from the 734th Air Mobility Squadron Aerial Port rose to the challenge and successfully supported Pacific Command's largest exercise, Valiant Shield 2010, while simultaneously executing fighter and tanker unit swap-outs and sustained normal Air Mobility Command missions.

Home: India and Vietnam to Expand Defence Cooperation (NetIndian)

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 20:06:56 GMT

Cowpens Sailors Donate Time, Supplies, Smiles in Thailand

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 20:06:12 GMT

CHONBURI, Thailand - Twenty-two Sailors from USS Cowpens (CG 63) volunteered their liberty time to bring smiles and supplies to the students of Chuck Niau Elementary School during a recent port visit to Pattaya Beach, Thailand.

Happy Homecoming (Star Advertiser)

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 20:04:26 GMT

Lassen Arrives in Busan for Proliferation Security Initiative

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 20:03:46 GMT

BUSAN, Republic of Korea - The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Lassen (DDG 82) arrived in Busan on Oct. 11.

PSI Exercise Begins in Waters off Busan (The Korea Herald)

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 20:03:24 GMT

RP-US Military Exercises Kick Off Today (PhilStar)

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 20:03:02 GMT

Defense Officials from 27 Nations to Gather in Seoul (The Korea Herald)

Wed, 13 Oct 2010 20:00:34 GMT

U.S. 7th Fleet Units to Participate in Eastern Endeavor 2010

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 23:05:27 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - A guided-missile destroyer and maritime patrol aircraft assigned to Commander U.S. 7th Fleet, will participate in the Republic of Korea-hosted Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) exercise Eastern Endeavor 2010, Oct. 13-14.

Japan's Self-defense Forces to Join Anti-proliferation Drills in S. Korea (Xinhua)

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 23:05:00 GMT

Essex Supports 31st MEU Certification Exercise

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 23:04:31 GMT

PHILIPPINE SEA - 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), with support of the ships from the Essex Amphibious Ready Group (ARG), completed a MEU certification exercise (CERTEX) Oct. 4 and is now certified for deployment.

Philippine Navy is All Set for the Conduct of CARAT and Phiblex (The P.I. Navy)

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 23:02:36 GMT

Indian Military Officers Train with 31st MEU

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 23:02:09 GMT

USS ESSEX, AT SEA - Fourteen service members from the Indian Army, Air Force and Navy boarded the ships of the Essex Amphibious Ready Group, Sept. 28, to work alongside Marines of the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit and Sailors with Amphibious Squadron 11 during exercise Habu Nag 2010.

Indian Navy to Upgrade Air Reconnaissance Capability (brahmand)

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 23:01:27 GMT

George Washington Arrives in Thailand

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 21:16:08 GMT

LAEM CHABANG, Thailand - USS George Washington (CVN 73) (GW) arrived in Laem Chabang, Thailand, Oct. 2 for a five-day port visit in the coastal city of Pattaya, following the ship’s completion of exercise Valiant Shield 2010.

Annual US-Taiwan Defense Industry Conference Begins (Taipei Times)

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 21:15:47 GMT

USS Essex Conducts Exercise Habu Nag with India

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 21:14:35 GMT

USS ESSEX, At Sea - The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) is participating in exercise Habu Nag 2010, an annual, bilateral amphibious training exercise between the United States and India taking place Sept. 29-Oct. 5.

China-U.S. Security Talks Set for Isles (Star Advertiser)

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 21:14:10 GMT

Wolf Pack Hosts Open House, Gunsan Appreciation Day

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 21:13:36 GMT

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - More than 3,600 people attended the 2010 Kunsan Air Base Open House and Gunsan Appreciation Day here Oct. 1.

USARPAC and NOLCOM Combine Effort at Balikatan-11 Planning Conference

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 21:13:18 GMT

CAMP AQUINO, Philippines - U.S. Army, Pacific, as the Executive Agent for Pacific Command\'s Balikatan-11,, met with their Armed Forces of the Philippines counterparts Sept. 20 through 24 at the Northern Luzon Command here for the Balikatan 2011 Operational Planning Team conference.

America’s forgotten frontline: The Philippines (MSN)

Mon, 04 Oct 2010 21:12:12 GMT

Samoa Reservists Honored for Tsunami Relief Efforts

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 23:09:53 GMT

PAGO PAGO, American Samoa - On the morning of Sept. 29, 2009, four, massive waves ripped through the hearts and homes of local communities throughout the island of Tutuila.

South Asia's Unheralded Stories (U.S. Department of State)

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 23:09:33 GMT

Valiant Shield Wraps up, 225 Comes to Japan

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 23:09:09 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - Multiple Air Force, Marine and Navy units from around the Pacific theater brought exercise Valiant Shield 2010 to a close here Sept. 21.

2010 Korea Ground Forces Festival Kicks Off in Gaeryong (Arirang)

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 23:08:45 GMT

Army Teams with Navy for Pacific Humanitarian Ops

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 23:08:22 GMT

WASHINGTON - Reserve Soldiers have disembarked from the USNS Mercy after volunteering their skills in support of joint operations with the Navy to conduct disaster relief, civic assistance endeavors and other humanitarian missions.

Sri Lanka and India Discuss Maritime Security (Allvoices)

Fri, 01 Oct 2010 23:07:43 GMT

India, Japan to Hold Talks on Military Cooperation (Xinhua)

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 19:34:35 GMT

Anti-sub Warfare Exercise Begins off Korea (Navy Times)

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 19:34:12 GMT

International Festival Unites Neighbors

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 19:33:46 GMT

FUSSA CITY, Japan - The Yokota Air Base Honor Guard, Yokota High School Cheerleaders and 14 support vehicles from across the wing participated in Fussa City's International Fair parade September 26.

Defence on Mission to Assist Food Banks (New Zealand Defence Force)

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 19:33:28 GMT

Teaneck Dentist Fixes Teeth, Raises Smiles in Southeast Asia (NorthJersy.com)

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 19:33:05 GMT

U.S. Involvement Remains Central to Asia-Pacific (The Australian)

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 21:16:56 GMT

Airmen Wrap up Bi-lateral Training Exercise in Bangladesh

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 21:16:34 GMT

KURMITOLA AIR BASE, BANGLADESH - U.S. Airmen from Yokota Air Base, Japan, wrapped up four days of training with their Bangladesh Air Force counterparts as exercise Cope South 10 came to an end, Sept. 23.

US, South Korea Plan Anti-submarine Exercise (DoD)

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 21:16:10 GMT

U.S., Tonga Military Security Forces Conduct Subject-matter Expert Exchange

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 21:15:41 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - Security Forces experts from the 736th Security Forces Squadron at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, and 13th Air Force here, conducted a subject matter expert exchange with the Tongan Defense Forces in Nuku'alofa, Kingdom of Tonga, Sept. 9 through 20.

Royal Australian Navy Joins China in Live Exercise (Australian Navy)

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 21:15:17 GMT

Escaped Terror Suspect in Singapore Custody (The Wall Street Journal)

Fri, 24 Sep 2010 21:14:51 GMT

USS George Washington Carrier Strike Group Completes Valiant Shield 2010

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 23:34:00 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - USS George Washington (CVN 73) Carrier Strike Group (GWCSG) completed the joint U.S. military exercise Valiant Shield 2010 after ten days of joint operations with U.S. Marine Corps and Air Force aircraft and personnel.

Obama Calls Alliance With Japan a Cornerstone of Security in Kan Meeting (Bloomberg)

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 23:33:41 GMT

USS Greeneville Arrives in South Korea

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 23:32:54 GMT

CHINHAE, Republic of Korea - The Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Greeneville (SSN 772) arrived in Chinhae, Republic of Korea, as part of her deployment to the Western Pacific Sept. 21.

US Military Finds 2 Sets of Remains in Tarawa (Associated Press)

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 23:32:34 GMT

Blue Angels Arrive in Style (Star-Advertise)

Thu, 23 Sep 2010 23:28:22 GMT

Japan to Expand Defence Force (The Vancouver Sun)

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 20:10:37 GMT

US Pacific Command, MNDF Sign Military Assistance Agreement (Ha Veerr Daily)

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 20:10:10 GMT

Valiant Shield Reunites AWACS Squadrons After 41 Years

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 20:09:33 GMT

ANDERSEN AIR FORCE BASE, Guam - In 1969, Ottus Air Force Base, Mass., saw the closing of the 551st Airborne Early Warning and Control Wing, home to the E-3 Sentry. For the first time in 41 years, three squadrons, which were components of that wing, have re-united to take part in the U.S. Pacific Command exercise, Valiant Shield 2010.

Small Pacific Island Becoming a U.S. Strategic Hub (CNS News)

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 20:09:10 GMT

Yokota Air Base, Bangladesh Airmen Team up for Cope South 2010

Wed, 22 Sep 2010 20:08:47 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - More than 40 Airmen and two C-130 Hercules deployed from the 374th Airlift Wing to team with the Bangladeshi air force for Exercise Cope South 2010 at Kurmitola Air Base, Bangladesh.

Navy Releases Record of Decision for Guam/Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands Relocation

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 22:21:25 GMT

WASHINGON, D.C. - The Department of Navy announced today the release of the record of decision (ROD) on the Guam and Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) Military Relocation Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS).

China Tells U.S. to Keep Out of South China Sea Dispute (Reuters)

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 22:21:05 GMT

USNS Mercy to Return from Pacific Partnership

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 22:17:44 GMT

SAN DIEGO - U.S. Navy hospital ship, USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) will arrive in San Diego Sept. 21 from its deployment in support of Pacific Partnership 2010 (PP10).

Singapore, Thai Navies in Bilateral Exercise (AsiaOne News)

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 22:16:23 GMT

Sharp: Korea Plan Synchronizes Capabilities

Tue, 21 Sep 2010 22:15:49 GMT

SEOUL, South Korea - Though all systems were "go" toward transferring wartime operational control of forces here to South Korea in 2012, delaying that transition at the South Korean government's request will enable a broad range of initiatives to unfold in a more synchronized way, the top U.S. commander said.

Video: 60 Years Later, Marines Still Search for Fallen Soldiers (CNN World)

Sat, 18 Sep 2010 01:20:53 GMT

U.S. Presence Necessary for Korean Security, Officials Say (DoD)

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 20:39:46 GMT

>A Vision of Navy's Amphibious Future (Australian Navy)

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 20:39:10 GMT

Air Force to Base Advanced Drones on Guam (The Washington Post)

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 20:38:45 GMT

Lincoln's F/A-18 Hornets Train During Transit West

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 20:38:22 GMT

USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN, At Sea - F/A-18 Hornets launched from the deck of USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) and dropped dozens of live weapons at surface targets during training in the Southern California Operating Area Sept. 13.

U.S., Allies Working on New N. Korea Strategy (The Washington Post)

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 20:38:01 GMT

Tropic Lightning Band Entertains in China and Russia

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 20:37:34 GMT

SAKHALIN ISLAND, RUSSIA - History was made, not once but twice, by the 25th Infantry Division “Tropic
Lightning” Band as they traveled to Shanghai, China and then Sakhalin, Russia, to perform for new audiences during an international community relations mission for the U.S. Army, and Pacific Command.

Clinton to Attend East Asia Summit in Hanoi (Yahoo News)

Fri, 17 Sep 2010 20:37:13 GMT

Lincoln Carrier Strike Group Conducts Training During Transit West

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 23:58:58 GMT

USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN, At Sea - USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), USS Cape St. George (CG 71) and USS Halsey (DDG 97) departed San Diego Sept. 11 to head west and begin their scheduled deployment to the 7th and 5th Fleet Areas of Responsibility (AORs).

Asia's Maritime Security is All at Sea (The Australian)

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 23:58:28 GMT

US and ROK Commemorate 60th Korean War Anniversary

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 23:57:14 GMT

NAK-DONG RIVER, Republic of Korea - The Republic of Korea Army 2nd Operations Command hosted the Nak-dong River battle re-enactment with support from the 19th Expeditionary Sustainment Command at Waegwan Sept. 3. The re-enactment commemorated one of the major battles during the early Korean War for its 60th anniversary.

Officers Train in Port Security (Fuji Times Online

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 23:56:52 GMT

Friendship Festival Strengthens Relationship between Base, Community

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 23:56:30 GMT

SONGTAN, Republic of Korea - Members of Team Osan experienced Korean hospitality and engaged in a cultural exchange during the Songtan Chamber of Commerce's 7th annual Korean American Friendship Cultural Festival, Sept. 11 and 12.

South Korea Offers Aid to Pyongyang (The Wall Street Journal)

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 23:56:08 GMT

U.S., Japanese Generals Visit Army Reserve Soldiers in Japan

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 23:55:39 GMT

YOKOHAMA, Japan - The commanding general of U.S. Army, Japan, and the chief of staff of the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force visited Soldiers of the 311th Expeditionary Sustainment Command and 364th Expeditionary Sustainment Command taking part in an exercise here Aug. 28.

ADF Support to Pacific Partnership 2010 Concludes (Australian Navy)

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 23:55:19 GMT

"Until They Are Home" (Networkedblogs)

Tue, 14 Sep 2010 17:14:22 GMT

VIDEO: PACOM Surgeon Discusses Pacific Partnership (KHON2)

Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:40:20 GMT

Top Commander in Korea Focuses on Alliance Readiness (USFK)

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 23:16:30 GMT

George Washington Hosts Philippines Vice President During Manila Reception

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 23:16:06 GMT

MANILA, Philippines - The Republic of the Philippines vice president and the U.S. ambassador to the Republic of the Philippines were among the more than 700 military officials and distinguished guests to attend a reception in Manila, Philippines, Sept. 6 on board USS George Washington (CVN 73).

Kadena Airmen Deploy to Guam for Valiant Shield

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 23:15:42 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - The air is rife with jet fumes, sweat and the sounds of more than 600 Kadena Airmen making preparations for exercise Valiant Shield held at Andersen Air Base, Guam, Sept. 7-31.

US Discusses China's 'Assertiveness' with India (sify news)

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 23:15:08 GMT

Papua New Guinea School Hosts Pacific Partnership 2010 Rugby Game

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 23:14:27 GMT

KOKOPO, Papua New Guinea - A rugby game between Kokopo high school students and a 21-person Pacific Partnership team took place Sep. 6 at the Kokopo Secondary School in support of Pacific Partnership 2010.

China Defends Alliance with Burma (Irishtimes)

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 23:13:49 GMT

U.S., Philippines Host Asia-Pacific Military Nursing Symposium

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 23:13:17 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - The United States and the Republic of the Philippines co-hosted the 4th annual Asia-Pacific Military Nursing Symposium for more than 200 nurses from 13 countries in Mandaluyong City, Philippines, Aug. 29 through Sep. 4.

Top US Admiral in Town, May Discuss Issues Related to China (Times of India)

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 02:16:32 GMT

US Military Plans Large-Scale Exercises Near Guam (AP)

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 02:16:15 GMT

US Military Plans Large-Scale Exercises Near Guam (AP)

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 02:15:45 GMT

Indonesia: Chinese and American Military Influence (Eurasia Review)

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 22:56:59 GMT

Republic of Philippines Citizens Tour USS George Washington in Manila

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 22:56:31 GMT

MANILA, Philippines - USS George Washington's (CVN 73) crew gave local residents a glimpse of life aboard the Navy's only permanently forward-deployed nuclear aircraft carrier Sept. 5-7 through tours open to the public as part of the ship's four-day port visit to Manila, Philippines.

Andersen Receives Pacific's First Global Hawk Drone (Stars and Stripes)

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 22:56:04 GMT

India-U.S. Cooperation Highlighted at Homeland Security Exhibition (The Hindu)

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 22:55:33 GMT

US and China Join Forces on Clean Energy Research (Energy Efficiency News)

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 22:55:05 GMT

JVEF Partners Improve Keiki Education (Hawaii Army Weekly)

Wed, 08 Sep 2010 22:54:42 GMT

South Korea Offers North Aid, China Wants Nuclear Talks (Reuters)

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:46:40 GMT

Yokota Welcomes Japanese Imperial Army Veterans

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:46:17 GMT

YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan - In celebration of the 70th anniversary of Tama Army Airfield, now Yokota Air Base; 374th Airlift Wing leadership welcomed a group of Japanese Imperial Army veterans and former employees from the original base.

U.S. Hunts Remains of Marines on Tarawa (Chicago Sun-Times)

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:45:25 GMT

Republic of Korea Sailors Train to Become Recruit Division Commanders

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:44:57 GMT

NAVAL STATION GREAT LAKES, Ill. - Each year, approximately 250 Sailors from around the fleet complete 13 weeks of rigorous training to become a Recruit Division Commander (RDC) at Recruit Training Command (RTC), home to the Navy's only bootcamp.

Taiwan To Deploy Cruise Missiles: Lawmaker (AFP)

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:44:14 GMT

I Corps Re-Shifts Its Focus to Pacific

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:43:41 GMT

JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, Wash. - With news of the sinking of a South Korean navy vessel less than five months old, this year's annual exercise, Ulchi Freedom Guardian 2010, is a timely reminder of I Corps' defense commitments to the country's Asian-Pacific allies.

Pacific Endeavor Builds Partnerships Among Asia-Pacific Nations

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 02:35:01 GMT

CHANGI NAVAL BASE, Singapore - Interoperability based not on rank, uniform or country brought together 16 Asia-Pacific militaries for the 7th annual Pacific Endeavor, a humanitarian communication workshop sponsored by the Singapore Armed Forces and U.S. Pacific Command (PACOM) at the Changi Command and Control Center at Changi Naval Base, Singapore Aug. 16-27.

US, Sri Lankan Medical Professionals Exchange Best Practices

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 02:34:35 GMT

PUTTALAM TOWNSHIP, Sri Lanka - A team of U.S. and Sri Lankan medical practitioners shared information and techniques on public health, pediatric emergency care, and mental health issues as part of Operation Pacific Angel-Sri Lanka, Aug. 14 through 22.

USNS Mercy Wraps Up Pacific Partnership Role (AFPS)

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 02:34:11 GMT

Pacific Partnership 2010 Transits to Papua New Guinea aboard HMAS Tobruk

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 02:33:20 GMT

HMAS TOBRUK - A contingent of Australian Defence Force and U.S. Pacific Partnership 2010 participants aboard HMAS Tobruk (L 50) are transiting to Papua New Guinea in support of Pacific Partnership 2010's last mission stop.

Pacific Region Militaries Join Humanitarian Community for Pacific Endeavor

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 23:13:25 GMT

Bringing together 16 Asia-Pacific nations and non-governmental organizations, representatives from Singapore Armed Forces and U.S. Pacific Command (PACOM) hosted a humanitarian communication workshop at the Changi Command and Control Center in Changi Village, Singapore Aug. 16-27.

USNS Mercy Marks End of Pacific Partnership 2010 Involvement

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 23:12:49 GMT

DILI, Timor-Leste - The hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) concluded operations in Timor-Leste Aug. 24, marking the end of the ship's participation in Pacific Partnership 2010.

Carter Leaves N. Korea With Freed American, Nuke Pledge (AFP)

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 23:12:14 GMT

Communication Scenario Portrays Realistic Humanitarian Crisis

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 23:10:45 GMT

SINGAPORE - Drawing upon real-life events common to the Asia-Pacific region, 16 militaries, humanitarian organizations and private industry joined together for Pacific Endeavor Workshop at the Changi Command and Control Center at Changi Naval Base, Singapore Aug. 16-27.

China's Anti-Ship Missile Is Nearly Operational (Asahi.com)

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 01:23:44 GMT

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 01:23:11 GMT

Missions Show U.S. Commitment in Pacific, Latin America (DoD)

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 01:23:03 GMT

Pacific Endeavor Aims to Improve Response Time during National Disasters

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:56:07 GMT

CHANGI VILLAGE, Singapore - Saving lives using agreed upon communication procedures was the goal during Pacific Endeavor, a multi-nation humanitarian workshop hosted by U.S. Pacific Command and the Singapore Armed Forces at Changi Command and Control Center in Changi Village, Singapore Aug. 16-27.

13 AF Concludes Asia-Pacific Civil Engineering Summit

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:26:56 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR HICKAM, Hawaii - A 13th Air Force hosted civil engineering Subject-Matter Expert Exchange (SMEE) that included officers from fourteen Asia-Pacific countries, concluded here Aug. 22.

Operation Pacific Angel-Sri Lanka Concludes

Thu, 26 Aug 2010 00:24:04 GMT

PUTTALAM TOWNSHIP, Sri Lanka - Representatives from the United States, Sri Lanka, the Maldives, and Mongolia concluded Operation Pacific Angel-Sri Lanka here after providing humanitarian civil engineering and medical aid to people living in the Anuradhapura and Puttalam communities, Aug. 14 through 22.

Japan to Join Multilateral Drill in S. Korean Waters (The Chosun Ilbo)

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 20:07:52 GMT

Army Team Completes Seven-Month Deployment in Palau

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 20:07:34 GMT

Santa Rita, Guam - Civic Action Team (CAT) Palau from 130th Engineer Battalion turned over Camp Katuu to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 11 during a ceremony in the Republic of Palau Aug. 20.

Kan, Willard Agree to Work Closely on Futenma Base Relocation (Zee News)

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 20:06:52 GMT

US Troops Turn Over New School Buildings in Marawi (Philippine Information Agency)

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 20:06:23 GMT

Three Wolf Pack Airmen Earn Sijan Award

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 20:05:57 GMT

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - Three Wolf Pack Airmen have been named the 8th Fighter Wing 2009-2010 Lance P. Sijan Air Force Leadership Award winners.

U.S. Army in S. Korea Forces Begin Transformation (Stars & Stripes)

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 20:05:37 GMT

U.S._Mongolian Military Leaders Share Vision and Strategy at Senior Leader Seminar

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 20:04:55 GMT

ULAANBAATAR, Mongolia - More than 25 U.S. and Mongolian military leaders gathered in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia for the inaugural Mongolian Armed Forces Senior Leader Seminar Aug. 18.

US to Supply Taiwan Air Force Radar Equipment (Yahoo News)

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 20:04:00 GMT

They Have Returned (Economist)

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 21:38:33 GMT

USARPAC National Guardsmen Provide Medical Support at Khaan Quest 2010

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 21:37:33 GMT

ULAANBAATAR, Mongolia - Three Alaska National Guard members are providing medical support for U.S. and Mongolian troops during Khaan Quest 2010, a bilateral peacekeeping operations training exercise in Ulaanbaatar and Five Hills Training Area, Mongolia Aug. 8-29.

Singapore Hosts Regional Submarine Rescue Exercise (Mindef Singapore)

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 21:37:11 GMT

U.S., South Korea to Stage Anti-submarine Drill Next Month (xinhuanet)

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 21:36:51 GMT

Exercise Ulchi Freedom Guardian Gets Underway (USFK)

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 21:36:28 GMT

Exercise Ulchi Freedom Guardian Gets Underway (USFK)

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 21:35:58 GMT

Indonesia and Australia to Hold Exercises (UPI)

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 21:35:31 GMT

S'pore Navy in Multilateral Naval Exercise in Australia (Channelnewsasia)

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 21:34:06 GMT

Operation Deep Freeze Currently Underway in Antarctica

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 23:15:44 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR HICKAM, Hawaii - A C-17 Globemaster III from Joint Base Lewis McCord, Wash., supporting the U.S. Antarctic Program, landed safely at the Pegasus airfield near McMurdo Station, Antarctica, on Aug. 15, 2010, ushering in the 2010 Winfly season.

US Navy Affirms Commitment to Asia-Pacific Security (NTDTV)

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 23:04:27 GMT

U.S., South Korea Announce Yellow Sea Exercise (DoD)

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 23:04:06 GMT

U.S., Sri Lankan Engineers Begin Repairing Dilapidated School

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 23:03:45 GMT

PUDDALAM TOWNSHIP, Sri Lanka - A team of more than 20 U.S., Sri Lankan, and Mongolian civil engineers started repairing a dilapidated school here Aug. 16, as part of Operation Pacific Angel-Sri Lanka.

Expeditionary Medical Support Training a First at JBER

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 19:42:59 GMT

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska - Eighty-one Airmen from around the Pacific Air Forces participated in the first Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Expeditionary Medical Support Training from Aug. 9-13

U.S., Philippine Militaries Discussed China's `Assertiveness' at Meeting (Bloomberg)

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 19:42:27 GMT

Eighth Army Participates in Ulchi Freedom Guardian (USFK)

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 19:41:04 GMT

U.S., Vietnam Explore Enhanced Defense Cooperation (DoD)

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 19:40:39 GMT

Controlling the Fight

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 19:40:14 GMT

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska - Dropped off by a UH-60 Blackhawk into a remote location, several Airmen are on a mission - to direct the action of combat aircraft engaged in close air support and other offensive air operations.

S'pore Navy Hosts Regional Exercise on Submarine Rescue Operations (Channelnewsasia)

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 19:39:42 GMT

C-130s Deliver Firefighting Supplies to Russia (DoD)

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 19:38:46 GMT

U.S. Announces New Joint Exercise with South Korea (Reuters)

Wed, 18 Aug 2010 19:38:09 GMT

Singaporean Residents Tour USS George Washington

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 20:45:12 GMT

SINGAPORE - Sailors from USS George Washington (CVN 73) welcomed aboard Singapore residents for public tours of the aircraft carrier Aug. 14 as part of the ship's port visit to Singapore.

U.S., South Korea Begin Joint Military Exercises (CNN)

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 20:44:53 GMT

Pacific Partnership 2010 Conducts Community Service in Timor-Leste

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 20:44:31 GMT

DILI, Timor-Leste - Crew members from the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) conducted a community service event (COMSERV) at an orphanage in support of Pacific Partnership 2010 Aug. 14.

India to Approach U.S. for Anti-tank Guided Missile System (HindustainTimes)

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 20:44:02 GMT

English Camp Students Tour the Wolf Pack

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 20:43:38 GMT

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - English summer camp students from various Gunsan City elementary and middle schools toured the Wolf Pack Aug. 11.

Pacific Partnership 2010 Conducts COMSERV

Mon, 16 Aug 2010 20:43:21 GMT

DILI, Timor-Leste - USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) crew members participated in a community service event (COMSERV) in Dili, Timor-Leste, Aug. 14 in support of Pacific Partnership 2010.

USS George Washington Sailors Reach out to Disadvantaged Children in Singapore

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 19:30:54 GMT

SINGAPORE - Sailors from USS George Washington (CVN 73) and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5 visited Boy's Town, Singapore, where they participated in outdoor sports and shared a meal with the children, Aug. 12.

South Korea OKs Humanitarian Aid Trip to North Korea (The Christian Science)

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 19:30:31 GMT

Yokosuka Sailors Connect With Japanese College Students

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 19:30:03 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - U.S. Embassy Tokyo and Commander Naval Forces Japan organized and hosted a tour of Fleet Activities Yokosuka for 11 Japanese university students Aug. 12.

Indian Warships to Exercise with Brazil, S Africa (HindustanTimes)

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 19:29:41 GMT

Republic of Korea Navy Officers See US Navy Training Up-Close

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 19:29:12 GMT

DAHLGREN, Va - On a fact finding trip for the Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN), the commander from the Korean Naval Force Analysis/Test and Evaluation Group and members of his staff visited the Center for Surface Combat Systems (CSCS) and Aegis Training and Readiness Center (ATRC) Aug. 9.

NORAD, Russian Air Force Make History in Combined Efforts

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 19:28:41 GMT

JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska - History was made this past week when U.S. and Canadian forces teamed up with Russian forces for a first-ever cooperative air defense exercise across an international boundary.

George Washington Strike Group Arrives in Singapore

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 19:42:46 GMT

SINGAPORE - USS George Washington (CVN 73), with her combined crew of more than 5,000 Sailors, along with USS McCampbell (DDG 85) and USS Chung-Hoon (DDG 93) arrived in Singapore Aug. 11.

India, U.S. Review Defence Cooperation (The Hindu)

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 19:42:19 GMT

Gates Puts Meat on Bones of Department Efficiencies Initiative

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 19:41:56 GMT

WASHINGTON - Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates is putting meat on the bones of his initiative to reform the way the Pentagon does business and to eliminate duplicative, unnecessary overhead costs.

Vietnam-U.S. Joint Exercises start (UPI)

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 19:41:32 GMT

USS Porter Sets Sail for the Arctic and the Future

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 19:41:05 GMT

WASHINGTON - In response to an invitation from the Canadian government, USS Porter (DDG-78) and a Navy P-3 maritime patrol aircraft are headed north to join the Canadian navy in its annual Arctic military exercise, Operation Natsiq.

Annual Yokosuka Navy Friendship Day Draws 60,000 (The Japan Times)

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 19:39:40 GMT

USS McCain Arrives in Vietnam to Commemorate 15th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 19:49:58 GMT

DA NANG, Vietnam - The guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) arrived pier side in Da Nang, Vietnam Aug. 10.

US and Vietnam Stage Joint Naval Activities (News Asia-Pacific)

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 19:49:27 GMT

Osan Firefighters Participate in Joint Fire Training

Tue, 10 Aug 2010 19:48:49 GMT

OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - Osan and Camp Humphreys firefighters recently participated in joint live fire training, sharpening their core competency skills through a unique team-building experience.

Demo Team Brings the Thunder to Chitose Air Base

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 23:07:29 GMT

CHITOSE AIR BASE, Japan - The F-16 Fighting Falcon is a monument of technical precision, finesse and power. The roar of its afterburner draws hundreds of thousands of people to air shows throughout the world each year.

RP, US Soldiers Build Training Camp for Sulu Youths (Manila Bulletin)

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 23:07:07 GMT

Australian Fleet, Rear Admiral Gilmore Visits Partnership Mission (Defence News)

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 23:06:24 GMT

Two Countries; One Marine

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 23:06:00 GMT

ZAMBOANGA CITY, Republic of the Philippines - Marines throughout the world hold a special bond of brotherhood. One Marine in the southern Philippines was able to honor this brotherhood through recognizing another’s achievement of gaining the highest enlisted rank in the Marine Corps.

Seventh Fleet Kicks off Vietnam Naval Engagement Activities

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 23:05:35 GMT

SOUTH CHINA SEA - The U.S. 7th Fleet will kick off a weeklong series of naval engagement activities with the Vietnam People's Navy on Aug. 8 to commemorate the 15th anniversary of normalization of relations between the United States and Vietnam.

Former Enemies US, Vietnam Now military Mates (Associated Press)

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 23:05:11 GMT

US to Send First Delegation to Hiroshima Memorial (AP)

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 19:41:24 GMT

United States, Sri Lanka to Begin Pacific Angel Efforts

Wed, 04 Aug 2010 19:40:33 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR HICKAM, Hawaii - Representatives from the United States Pacific Command will join Sri Lankan partners to provide humanitarian and civic assistance to civilians in central and western Sri Lanka as part of Operation Pacific Angel 2010 scheduled August 14 through 22.

General: Lethal U.S. Airpower Ready to Defend Ally Against North Korean Threats (Stars and Stripes)

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 22:19:36 GMT

Relationship Building During Angkor Sentinel 2010 Command Post Exercise

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 22:18:15 GMT

Phnom Penh, Cambodia - Representatives from 21 countries gathered to participate in the command post exercise for Angkor Sentinel 2010, during the Global Peace Operations Initiative July 12 through 23.

S Korea-US Military Exercise Held in The Sea of Japan (BBC News)

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 22:16:33 GMT

Joint Team Jumps Together in Cambodia

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 22:13:23 GMT

KAMPONG SPEU, Cambodia - For U.S. Airborne Soldiers, getting the opportunity to jump with airborne forces from other countries is a highly coveted and sought after event. Such was the case for 49 Utah Army National Guard Soldiers from 97th Troop Command, 197th Special Troops Company (Airborne), and 1st Battalion, 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne) who participated in a friendship jump with the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces during Angkor Sentinel 2010; the Global Peace Operation Initiative capstone event, held here at the newly built Training School for Multinational Peacekeeping Forces, July 12 through 30.

Joint Team Jumps Together in Cambodia

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 22:09:28 GMT

Asia Pacific, Western Representatives Hold Regional Forum

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 22:08:08 GMT

USS George Washington Sailors Leave Elderly Smiling

Mon, 26 Jul 2010 22:07:19 GMT

BUSAN, Republic of Korea - Sailors from USS George Washington (CVN 73) and Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 5 took some time out of their port visit in Busan, Republic of Korea (ROK), to assist elderly residents at the Parangsae Noin Geongang Senior Center.

Pacific Partnership 2010 Opening Ceremony Held in Indonesian Sultan’s Palace

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 17:15:16 GMT

TERNATE, Indonesia - An opening ceremony was held in the palace of the Sultan of Ternate, His Highness, Sultan Drs. H. Mudaffar Sjah II, Msi., welcoming Pacific Partnership 2010 July 19.

Cheonan Tragedy Strengthens U.S.-South Korean Alliance (DoD)

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 17:14:47 GMT

California, Japan Students See Kadena First-hand as Part of Deaf Exchange

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 17:14:26 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - What's your "sign?"

For many people, their "sign" is how they communicate. Sign language, in some way, shape or form has been used for hundreds of years. What many people don't realize is that the deaf in nearly every culture, and most countries, have their unique language of signing.

Secretary of State Clinton Announces New Sanctions for North Korea (DoD)

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 17:13:57 GMT

Flying and Landing on the Aircraft Carrier USS Ronald Reagan CVN76 (Oceanit's Posterous)

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 17:13:30 GMT

Pacific Partnership 2010 to Visit Palau

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 02:29:02 GMT

KOROR, Palau - The U.S. Seventh Fleet Command Ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), will drop anchor off the coast of the Republic of Palau on July 26, 2010 in support of Pacific Partnership 2010.

USS George Washington Arrives in Busan

Thu, 22 Jul 2010 02:19:07 GMT

BUSAN, Republic of Korea - USS George Washington (CVN 73) arrived in Busan, Republic of Korea (ROK) July 21 for a port visit to promote goodwill and ambassadorship to the United States' longstanding ally.

Gates Discusses Korea Tour Lengths, Army Deployments

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:56:47 GMT

CAMP CASEY, South Korea - Tour lengths for servicemembers assigned to South Korea and the Army's deployment cycles were on the minds of Soldiers from the 2nd Infantry Division's 1st Heavy Brigade Combat Team when they met with Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates here today.

US, Russia to Join East Asia Summit (AFP)

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:56:28 GMT

U.S. Aircraft Carrier to Participate in Joint Training Exercise with S. Korea (The Washington Post)

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:56:09 GMT

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:55:11 GMT

U.S. Marines Train With International Allies At Pohakuloa Training Area During RIMPAC 2010 (Hawaii Reporter)

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:54:45 GMT

Landing on the Aircraft Carrier USS Ronald Reagan and Catapulting Off (Blog)

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 17:54:11 GMT

U.S.-Korean Defense Leaders Announce Exercise Invincible Spirit (DoD)

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 02:27:55 GMT

Combined U.S., Malaysian Forces Achieve Mission Success

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:11:08 GMT

KUANTAN, Malaysia - In an effort to build relations and sharpen U.N.-focused, peace support operational skills, U.S. and Malaysian service members have combined their expertise and talents for an intense, one-week, command post exercise here as part of U.S. Army, Pacific's Keris Strike 2010 exercise.

Caring for Kids Aboard the USNS Mercy (Project HOPE)

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:10:46 GMT

Joint Medical Team Prepares Local Officials during Disaster Training

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:10:14 GMT

PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad and Tobago - A joint team of medical instructors is working with local medical, government and emergency officials here July 19, to help them practice and coordinate their response efforts in the event of a disaster or mass casualty incident.

Japan to Provide Goods, Services to US Military (The Times of India)

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:09:49 GMT

Pacific Partnership Joins Forces with Sail Banda

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:09:18 GMT

AMBON, Indonesia - The Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) continues its visit to Indonesia with its final stop in Ambon July 26 through Aug. 4 as part of Pacific Partnership 2010 and Sail Banda 2010.

USNS Mercy Arrives in Ternate as part of Her Indonesian Tour for Pacific Partnership 2010

Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:08:56 GMT

TERNATE, Indonesia - The Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) arrived in Ternate July 18 for a six-day visit to Indonesia in support of Pacific Partnership 2010.

Pacific Partnership 2010 Seabees Repair Indonesian Hospital

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 21:05:32 GMT

TOBELO, Indonesia - U.S. Navy Seabees completed renovations of a World War II-era Daruba hospital on the island of Morotai in Tobelo, Indonesia, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony July 15, as part of the Pacific Partnership 2010 (PP10) engineering civic action program (ENCAP).

US Defense Chief Arrives in S. Korea for Talks (Yahoo News)

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 21:04:57 GMT

Pacific Air Forces Airmen Pioneer C-17 Flight with Social Media

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 21:03:41 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - Pacific Air Forces Airmen entered a new realm by demonstrating PACAF air drop capabilities to social media aboard two C-17 Globemaster IIIs during the Rim of the Pacific exercise July 16, here.

USS George Washington to Visit Republic of Korea (DoD)

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 21:03:06 GMT

U.S. Army, Pacific LOG Leaders Assemble, Tackle Moving Matters

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 21:02:25 GMT

FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii - The Multinational Interagency Branch that manages the U.S. Army Pacific's Theater Security Cooperation Program for Logistics continued to connect with Asia-Pacific counterparts last week when Lawrence "Jeff" Mariano, Chief, Multinational Logistics/Interagency Branch and the Operational Sustainment Directorate Chief-G4, Col. Clay Hatcher, hosted officials from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force to conduct the 37th Bilateral Logistics Staff Talks at Fort Shafter, Hawaii.

A Renewed U.S.-Thai Alliance for the 21st Century (US Department of State)

Mon, 19 Jul 2010 21:01:26 GMT

USS Dubuque Begins Exercise in the Maldives

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:53:12 GMT

AT SEA - USS Dubuque (LPD 8) and elements of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) began an exercise in the Republic of the Maldives July 14.

RI, Japan Join Forces to Face Security Threats, Piracy (The Jakarta Post)

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:52:50 GMT

Task Force Smith Honored at 60th Anniversary Ceremony in Korea

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:52:23 GMT

OSAN, South Korea - The 60th anniversary of the first U.S. battle of the Korean War was commemorated July 16 in a ceremony at the Jukmiryeong War Monument here.

Gates Plans Visit to S. Korea for '2-plus-2 Talks" (DoD)

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:51:42 GMT

Asia-Pacific Nations Meet to Discuss Peace Operations

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:51:10 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR HICKAM, Hawaii - U.S. military personnel will join representatives from other nations throughout the Asia-Pacific region in Singapore July 19-23 to discuss the use of air forces in support of peace operations.

New ROK JCS Chairman Visits Yongsan Garrison (USFK)

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:50:47 GMT

YONGSAN GARRISON, South Korea — The top U.S. commander in South Korea hosted the new chairman of the Republic of Korea Joint Chiefs of Staff and members of the ROK Ministry of National Defense July 8.

U.S., Singapore Begin Third Iteration of Commando Sling 10

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:50:16 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR HICKAM, Hawaii - The third iteration of exercise Commando Sling 10 is currently underway at Paya Lebar Air Base, Singapore, and scheduled through July 30.

Russia Pacific Fleet Warships Return from U.S. (RiaNovosti)

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 19:49:49 GMT

USS Bonhomme Richard Conducts MISSILEX for RIMPAC 2010

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 21:11:31 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - The amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) conducted a live-fire missile exercise July 9 while underway for Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2010, a biennial multinational exercise designed to strengthen operational readiness and improve multinational interoperability.

U.S. to Lead Joint Drills till 2010 (JoongAng Daily)

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 21:11:00 GMT

Pacific Partnership 2010 Begins Indonesia Visit in North Maluku

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 21:10:37 GMT

TOBELO, Indonesia - Local government officials from the North Halmahera Regency and members of the Pacific Partnership 2010 team embarked aboard the USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) gathered at Hibualamo, the "Big House," in Tobelo, Indonesia, for opening ceremony festivities July 13.

India, US National Security Advisers Talk Terrorism (Yahoo News)

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 21:10:13 GMT

Hickam's Total Force Integration, F-22s Strengthen War fighting Might in Pacific

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 21:09:49 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR HICKAM, Hawaii - Total force integration set the stage for the Hawaii National Guard, alongside Airmen from the Pacific Air Forces, as they marked the arrival of the first pair of 20 F-22 Raptors during a ceremony at Hickam Air Force Base July 9 at 9 a.m.

http://news.asiaone.com/News/AsiaOne%2BNews/Singapore/Story/A1Story20100714-226937.html

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 21:09:15 GMT

Military Ties Resumption with U.S. Expected to Improve Indonesia's Air Force Airworthiness (xinhuanet)

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 21:08:24 GMT

U.S., S. Korea to Hold Naval Exercises in Yellow Sea (Bloomberg)

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 21:07:52 GMT

USNS Amelia Earhart Supports Target Tasking for CARAT Singapore 2010

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 22:40:33 GMT

USNS AMELIA EARHART, At Sea - Like its pioneering namesake, the Military Sealift Command dry cargo/ammunition ship USNS Amelia Earhart (T-AKE 6) is executing a challenging new task the week of July 12.

Indonesia Holds Joint Military Drill with U.S. Counterpart (People's Daily)

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 22:40:04 GMT

USS Chafee Returns to Pearl Harbor

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 22:39:34 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - More than 250 Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Chafee (DDG 90) returned to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH) after a three-month deployment in the Western Pacific July 12.

Preparing for Mission in Indonesia (Project HOPE)

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 22:39:07 GMT

Operational Readiness Exercise Tests Wolf Pack Airmen

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 20:29:43 GMT

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - Members of the 8th Fighter Wing began exercising the Wolf Pack's three-part mission: to defend the base; accept follow-on forces: and take the fight north.

Philippine Coast Guard and US Navy Make Coastal Areas Safer (dvids)

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 20:28:38 GMT

Navy Experiment Trident Warrior Aims to Improve Global Operations (DoD Live)

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 20:27:42 GMT

F-22 Raptor Rolls Out in Hawaii

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 20:18:31 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (AFNS) - Top military and local community leaders gathered here July 9 for a dedication service for the F-22 Raptor.

Air Force in S. Korea Holds Air War Exercise (Stars and Stripes)

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 20:18:07 GMT

Australia - MH-60R Multi-Mission Helicopters (Shephard)

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 20:17:39 GMT

Kadena Members Receive Okinawa Police Recognition

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 20:17:07 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - Three 18th Security Forces Squadron members were recognized today at a ceremony at the Okinawa Police station by the senior superintendent for their actions in detaining an inebriated local national.

India Launches Five Satellites into Orbit (Yahoo News)

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 20:16:42 GMT

Naval Exercise Starts Small (Victoria Times Colonist)

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 20:16:14 GMT

U.S. Carrier Focal Point Of RIMPAC (KITV)

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 20:54:42 GMT

Korean War Remembrance Tour highlights Importance of Peace, Security

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 19:53:36 GMT

GYEONGGI PROVINCE, South Korea - In the wake of the South Korean warship Cheonan sinking and the death of 46 sailors, the Gyeonggi Province Office of the Vice-Governor Choi Hong-chul gave a group of 2nd Infantry Division Band members and Koreans a tour, June 23, through early and late Korean history that included the Demilitarized Zone, or DMZ.

U.S. to Rehabilitate Two Health Centers in Maluku (The Jakarta Post)

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 19:53:14 GMT

U.S., China Agree at UN to Condemn Ship Sinking (Bloomberg)

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 19:52:45 GMT

First-ever Airman Leadership School Class Begins at Kunsan Air Base

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 19:52:18 GMT

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - The Wolf Pack began preparing Airmen for their first non-commissioned officer rank when the first Airman Leadership School class began here July 6.

Volunteers Arrive to Carry Mission to Indonesia (Project HOPE)

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 19:51:07 GMT

Defence Force Arrives in Tuvalu for Pacific Relief Exercise (New Zealand)

Fri, 09 Jul 2010 19:50:46 GMT

Soldiers Promote Health, Safety, Quality of Life in Palau

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 23:47:01 GMT

SANTA RITA, Guam - The U.S. Army team currently deployed to Republic of Palau as Civic Action Team (CAT) Palau is making its mark as the first Army team in Palau in a decade.

Indian Navy's First Indigenous Light Combat Aircraft to Roll Out Today (NDTV)

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 23:46:41 GMT

RIMPAC Operations Get Under Way (Honolulu Star-Advertiser)

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 23:38:22 GMT

U.S. Navy Seabees Begin Work in Indonesia as Part of Pacific Partnership 2010

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 23:37:56 GMT

TERNATE, Indonesia - U.S. Navy Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 11 from Gulfport, Miss. began renovations on Puskesmas Kalumpang medical clinic in Ternate, June 21, as part of the Pacific Partnership 2010 Engineering Civic Action Program (ENCAP).

Navy and Army Team Up at RIMPAC (Australian Navy)

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 23:37:30 GMT

Shoguns Participate in Latest Iteration of Commando Sling Exercise

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 23:37:02 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - The 67th Fighter Squadron and maintenance personnel will deploy to Singapore in support of Commando Sling 2010 from July 8 through Aug. 2.

Army to Hold Series of Bilateral Exercises (The Hindu)

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 23:36:36 GMT

18th Wing, Okinawa City Formalize Fire Department Cooperation

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 23:36:10 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - When it comes to saving lives and protecting property, U.S. and Okinawan firefighters speak only one language. That was the underlying message today as Kadena Air Base officials joined with Okinawa City leaders to sign a memorandum of understanding to formalize cooperation between the two fire departments.

At-sea Interoperability is Focus of CARAT Singapore

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:26:56 GMT

CHANGI, Singapore - Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Singapore 2010 kicked off with an opening ceremony held at the Fleet Auditorium at Changi Naval Base, July 6.

Japan, India Hold 1st Foreign, Defense Vice Minister Talks (istockAnalyst)

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:26:35 GMT

U.S. Commander Leaves Lasting Impact in Southern Philippines

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:16:24 GMT

ZAMBOANGA CITY, Republic of the Philippines - Senior Philippine military and U.S. leaders recognized the exemplary service of a U.S. Army Special Forces commander who led U.S. efforts to support the Armed Forces of the Philippines’ fight against terrorism in the southern Philippines.

S'pore, US in Maritime Exercise (The Straits Times)

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:15:51 GMT

RIMPAC: Air, Sea Superiority on Demand

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:15:29 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - The 44th Fighter Squadron will project six F-15C Eagles and 90 maintenance personnel to participate in this summer's RIMPAC war games--the world's largest multinational naval exercise--integrating with more than 20 squadrons from all military services in large scale air engagements and naval campaigns from July 8-26.

Korea, New Zealand Seek to Expand Ties (The Korea Herald)

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:15:10 GMT

Joint Effort Leads to Success in Timor

Wed, 07 Jul 2010 00:14:45 GMT

DILI, Timor-Leste - Sailors and Marines attended the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for a community center in the Fatuhada district of Dili, Timor-Leste, June 24.

US Army Commander Ends Tour of Duty in Mindanao (JSOTF Philippines)

Tue, 06 Jul 2010 23:03:47 GMT

Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group Visit Orphanage in Timor-Leste

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 21:03:27 GMT

DILI, TIMOR LESTE - Sailors and Marines from the Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group (PEL ARG) participated in a community service project at the Santa Bakhita Orphanage outside Dili June 20.

Indian, Malaysian Navy to Hold Joint Maritime Exercise (brahmand)

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 21:02:55 GMT

Japan Considering Refuleing Foreign Ships in Antipiracy Operations+ (Breitbart)

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 21:02:26 GMT

Operation Smile Creates Smiles with USNS Mercy in Cambodia

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 21:01:56 GMT

SIHANOUKVILLE, Cambodia - Doctors and volunteers from the non-governmental organization Operation Smile embarked aboard the Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) June 17.

Indonesian, US Marine Squads Hold Joint Training in East Java (The Jakarta Post)

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 21:01:23 GMT

Singapore & Brunei Navies Hold Bilateral Exercise (channelnewsasia)

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 21:00:40 GMT

13th AF Hosts International Engineering Exchange Summit

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 20:59:53 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR HICKAM, Hawaii - Thirteenth Air Force hosted seven civil engineers from countries throughout the Asia-Pacific region during a subject-matter expert exchange summit called Pacific Unity here June 3-17.

"Partner Ship" Kunisaki (Project HOPE)

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 20:58:55 GMT

Future Officers Visit Kunsan

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 20:58:14 GMT

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - United States Air Force Academy and Air Force Reserve Officers' Training Corps cadets visited the Wolf Pack for their Operation Air Force program June 2-17.

USS Peleliu Celebrates 112th Birthday of the Hospital Corps

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 21:55:35 GMT

USS PELELIU, At Sea - Navy corpsman on board the amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA 5) celebrated the Navy Hospital Corps’ 112th birthday June 17.

Indian Navy Escorted 900 Foreign Ships in Gulf of Aden (India-Forums)

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 21:55:07 GMT

Makani Pahili 2010 Debuts Emerging Rapid Response Capability

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 21:54:37 GMT

FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii - Each year,the local and state Hawaii government, U.S. Federal Government and Department of Defense participate in a statewide scenario-driven hurricane preparation exercise known as Makani Pahili, which means "strong wind" in Hawaiian, held this year May 24 through June 4.

Exercise SEACAT Being Held at Changi Naval Base (Singapore News)

Fri, 18 Jun 2010 21:51:55 GMT

USN, JMSDF Ships Arrive in Kure, Continue Joint Port Visits Together

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:12:02 GMT

KURE, Japan -The guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) arrived in Kure June 12 for a joint port visit with the Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF).

U.S., Bangladesh Kick-Off Pacific Angel Mission

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:11:18 GMT

JESSORE, Bangladesh -The People's Republic of Bangladesh and more than 55 U.S. servicemembers from the active duty, Air Guard and Reserve components officially kicked-off the third iteration of Operation Pacific Angel during a ceremony here June 12.

U.S., Canada Begin Joint Exercise in Alaska, Pacific Northwest (ADN)

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:10:21 GMT

U.S., Japanese Midshipmen Take Part in Foreign Exchange Training

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 00:08:59 GMT

ETAJIMA, Japan -The guided missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) anchored near the island of Etajima June 11, to take part in Foreign Exchange Training of Midshipmen (FOREXTRAMID) activities and commemorate the 50th anniversary of the U.S.-Japan alliance.

CRY Havoc Takes Aim at Rim of the Pacific (Australian Navy)

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 23:48:02 GMT

Asia-Pacific Counter Aids in Defeating Explosive Devices

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 23:47:29 GMT

FORT SHAFTER, Hawaii - U.S. Army Pacific's newly established Asia-Pacific Counter - Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) Center provides servicemembers stationed in the Pacific access to cutting-edge training in the fight to defeat improvised explosive devices.

CNO, Pearl Harbor Sailors Host Japanese Training Squadron

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 23:46:59 GMT

PEARL HARBOR - The Japan Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) Training Squadron made its annual visit to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam June 8-10 as part of the 50th anniversary of the U.S.-Japan alliance.

Kadena Local Teen Sharpens English Skills at Risner

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 23:46:17 GMT

KADENA AIR BASE, Japan - For one local Japanese teen the choice was simple when asked where he would like to work for his school's intern program.

Peleliu ARG Auxiliary Divisions Keep Sailors on Task

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 23:45:39 GMT

USS PELELIU, At Sea - The Peleliu Amphibious Ready Group (PEL ARG) is presently deployed in the 7th Fleet Area of Operations, thousands of miles away from its homeport of San Diego, in a location which is warmer, more humid, and requires the daily support of a very important division aboard all three of the ships in the ready group.

PACOM Commander Stresses Importance of Dialogue, Partnership and Security in the Asia-Pacific Region

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 20:25:54 GMT

CAMP H.M. SMITH, Hawaii - The top commander in the Pacific expressed the importance of regional security, his desire to advance military to military dialogue with China, and the significance of partnership between nations, to reporters Friday at the 9th International Institute for Strategic Studies Asia Security Summit, also known as The Shangri-La Dialogue.

U.S. Says No Signs North Korea Preparing New Provocations (REUTERS)

Thu, 10 Jun 2010 00:26:41 GMT

PACOM Experiences Pacific Partnership First-Hand During Southeast Asia Visit

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 22:18:23 GMT

Quy Nhon, Vietnam - Adm. Robert F. Willard, commander, U.S. Pacific Command, made a two-day stop in central Vietnam here June 8-9 during his Southeast Asia visit to personally witness the diverse team-building of Pacific Partnership 2010.

India Sets Sail for Leadership (The Wall Street Journal)

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 22:18:01 GMT

Joint Attack Training

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 22:17:31 GMT

KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea - Four AH-64 Apache helicopters assigned to the 4-2 Attack Battalion, Camp Humphreys, Republic of Korea, fired Hellfire missiles at targets at an air-ground range 20 miles outside of Kunsan Air Base, during a Joint Air Attack combat readiness training session, June 3.

Regional Cooperation Crucial For Peace, Security In Asia-Pacific Region (Bernama)

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 22:16:45 GMT

USS Cowpens Sailors Mentor Yokosuka Middle School Students

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 22:16:07 GMT

YOKOSUKA, Japan - Sailors stationed aboard the Ticonderoga-class, guided-missile cruiser USS Cowpens (CG 63) volunteered their time with sixth graders at Yokosuka Middle School June 4 in Yokosuka, Japan.

U.S. Navy Official in Vietnam for Talks (Vietnews)

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 22:15:37 GMT

Japan, U.S. Ships Partner in Vietnam

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 01:29:17 GMT

QUY NHON, Vietnam - Members of the Japan Maritime Self Defense Force and the United States Navy have come together to provide medical care to the people of Vietnam as part of Pacific Partnership 2010.

Indian PM Pledges to Improve Human Rights in Kashmir (Yahoo News)

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 01:28:53 GMT

Vice Minister of Health, U.S. Ambassador Spend a Day with Pacific Partnership 2010 in Vietnam

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 01:28:26 GMT

QUY NHON, Vietnam - The Vietnamese Vice Minister of Health and the U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam experienced partnership firsthand as they toured USNS Mercy

Victoria Welcomes 8,000 Sailors for Navy's Centennial (The Vancouver Sun)

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 01:28:05 GMT

McCampbell Completes Naval Surface Fire Support Certification

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 01:27:29 GMT

PACIFIC OCEAN - USS McCampbell (DDG 85) completed their Naval Surface Fire Support (NSFS) certification while conducting routine operations with the George Washington Strike Group June 4th.

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 01:26:34 GMT

U.S., Japan, South Korea Express Solidarity (Department of Defense)

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 01:25:32 GMT

Army Tests Training Rounds for Shoulder-launched Weapon

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 01:24:40 GMT

FORT BENNING, Ga. - The Maneuver Battle Lab spent four days evaluating a pair of sub-caliber training rounds for a shoulder-launched weapon used to engage armored vehicles from confined or enclosed positions to identify which one best prepares Soldiers to fire the real thing.

Training Takes Joint Base Firefighters to New Level

Tue, 08 Jun 2010 01:23:09 GMT

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR HICKAM, Hawaii - Panic. Havoc. Tragedy. A projector displayed an aircraft sitting in a runway, engulfed in flames.