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MRF-D 24.3 Marines, Sailors increases readiness to respond to HADR during Exercise Bhakti Kanyini AUSINDO 24
August 30, 2024 — U.S. Marines and Sailors with Marine Rotational Force – Darwin 24.3, alongside members of the Australian Defence Force, the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI), and various civil and government agencies, rehearsed humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations during Exercise Bhakti Kanyini AUSINDO 24 in Australia’s Northern Territory from Aug 12-21... MORE

U.S. Sailors with Combat Logistics Battalion 5 (Reinforced), Marine Rotational Force – Darwin 24.3, discuss methods of surgery during a mass casualty exercise during Exercise Bhakti Kanyini AUSINDO 24 at Robertson Barracks, NT, Australia, Aug. 20, 2024.

MILOPS 24 Concludes: Strengthening Legal Partnerships and Defending Sovereignty in the Indo-Pacific
August 30, 2024 — MANILA, Philippines– U.S. Indo-Pacific Command concluded its 35th annual International Military Law and Operations Conference (MILOPS 24) in Manila, Philippines on Aug. 30, 2024. ... MORE

More than 200 people from 29 nations attend U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s 35th annual International Military Law and Operations Conference (MILOPS 24) in Manila, Philippines on Aug. 27-30, 2024. Hosted by USINDOPACOM and the Philippine Department of National Defense, MILOPS provides an opportunity for participants to strengthen partnerships, engage with leading experts, and reaffirm shared commitment to international law, including respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity. USINDOPACOM is committed to enhancing stability in the Indo-Pacific region by promoting security cooperation, encouraging peaceful development, responding to contingencies, deterring aggression and, when necessary, fighting to win. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Shannon M. Smith)

U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Visits the Philippines for MILOPS, MDB-SEB
August 30, 2024 — Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited the Philippines from August 26-30, marking his first trip to the country in his current role. ... MORE

From right to left, Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, Ambassador Marykay Carlson, U.S. ambassador to the Philippines, Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr., Secretary of National Defense of Philippines, and Gen. Romeo S. Brawner Jr., Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, participate in a panel discussion during the 35th annual International Military Law and Operations Conference in the Philippines, Aug. 27.

Army Medical Logistics Command supports rapid deployment exercise in Korea
August 29, 2024 — U.S. Army Medical Logistics Command supported an Eighth Army deployment readiness exercise July 31, supplying medical sets and equipment to an armored division unit participating in Operation Pacific Fortitude... MORE

Soldiers with the 4th Battalion, 70th Armor Regiment, 1st Brigade Combat Team, 1st Armored Division, out of Fort Bliss, Texas, begin medical set return and retrograde operations at the Army Prepositioned Stocks in Korea, known as APS-4K, during Operation Pacific Fortitude.

818th Mobility Support Advisory Squadron Air Advisors strengthen partnerships and enhance interoperability at Marine Aviation Support Activity (MASA) 24: highlights from MASA 24 with the United States and Philippine militaries
August 29, 2024 — Two air advisors from the 818th Mobility Support Advisory Squadron traveled to the Philippines June 8-20, 2024 to support the United States Marine Corps Marine Aviation Support Activity 24... MORE

35th Indo-Pacific International Military Law and Operations Conference Commences
August 28, 2024 — Senior military and defense leaders from 29 nations and representatives from international organizations are gathering in Manila, Philippines to attend U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s 35th annual International Military Law and Operations Conference (MILOPS 24) from Aug. 27-30... MORE

MANILA, Philippines– Senior military and defense leaders from 29 nations and representatives from international organizations are gathering in Manila, Philippines to attend U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s 35th annual International Military Law and Operations Conference (MILOPS 24) from Aug. 27-30.

Super Garuda Shield 24: Paving New Pathways
August 28, 2024 — On the east end of the largest island in Indonesia, the U.S. Army is working with the Indonesian National Armed Forces to build roads and provide humanitarian aid as part of Exercise Super Garuda Shield. The annual two-week exercise runs from August 26 to September 6, 2024, and aims to advance military modernization and enhance joint capabilities... MORE

Canadian Armed Forces Soldier work on tank trails during Super Garuda Shield 24 at Puslatpur 5, Indonesia, August 25, 2024.

USCGC Frederick Hatch (WPC 1143) wraps up a successful patrol in the Blue Pacific
August 28, 2024 — The crew of the USCGC Frederick Hatch (WPC 1143) successfully concluded a productive patrol period from July 22 to Aug. 12, 2024, under the ongoing Operation Rematau, showcasing the U.S. Coast Guard's dedication to maritime safety, security, and stewardship in the Blue Pacific... MORE

The crew of the USCGC Frederick Hatch (WPC 1143) conduct training with Station Apra Harbor in Apra Harbor on Aug. 8, 2024. The towing exercise with a Station Apra Harbor 45-foot Response Boat-Medium crew enhanced inter-unit coordination and operational proficiency. (U.S. Coast Guard photo)

United States and Indonesia Kick Off Multinational Super Garuda Shield 2024
August 27, 2024 — In display of an enduring partnership, the United States and the Indonesian National Armed Forces officially kicked off the 2024 Super Garuda Shield exercise on August 26, 2024 with an opening ceremony at Indonesian military base on Juanda Naval Air Base Surabaya... MORE

F-15C four-ship departs Kadena Air Base for divestment
August 27, 2024 — A four-ship of F-15C Eagles departed Kadena Air Base as part of a large-scale divestment plan to modernize the base’s capabilities, Aug. 24, 2024... MORE

SEACAT 2024 Concludes, Reinforcing Maritime Security Efforts Among Allies and Partners in Southeast Asia
August 27, 2024 — The 23rd annual Southeast Asia Cooperation and Training (SEACAT) exercise concluded Aug. 23, 2024 following 14 days of in-person and at-sea engagements structured to enhance collaboration among 21 Indo-Pacific Allies and focused on the shared maritime security challenges of the region... MORE

Republic of Korea, U.S. Navy and Marine Corps to Conduct Exercise Ssang Yong 2024
August 26, 2024 — The Republic of Korea and U.S. Navy and Marine Corps will conduct Exercise Ssang Yong 24 from August 26 to September 7 along the east coast and around the Pohang area, to strengthen the ROK-U.S. Alliance’s combat readiness and improve interoperability... MORE

For more than 70 years, the ROK-U.S. Alliance has been the foundation of peace and security on the Korean peninsula. Exercise Ssang Yong builds upon this alliance by exercising capabilities crucial to both nations' national defense.

U.S., Allied Forces Join for Exercise Pacific Vanguard 2024
August 26, 2024 — Maritime forces from Royal Canadian Navy (RCN), Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy and U.S. Navy are conducting cooperative maritime exercise Pacific Vanguard 2024 beginning on Aug. 24... MORE

ASAN, Guam (Aug. 24, 2024) – From left to right: Lt. Cmdr. Trevor Robinson of the Royal Canadian Navy exercise control staff; U.S. Navy Capt. David Huljack, deputy commander of Destroyer Squadron 15; Rear Adm. Brent DeVore, Commander, Joint Region Marianas; Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Rear Adm. Kazushi Yokota, commander of Escort Flotilla 3; Republic of Korea Navy Capt. Kibeom Kim, commanding officer of the first-in-class destroyer ROKS Chungmugong Yi Sun-sin (DDH 975); U.S. Navy Cmdr. Nicholas Maruca, commanding officer of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105); and JMSDF Cmdr. Akinao Umazume, commanding officer of the Murasame-class destroyer JS Ariake (DD 109) pose for a photo during a media engagement marking the beginning of exercise Pacific Vanguard 2024 at Joint Region Marianas headquarters, Aug. 24, 2024.

Pacific Angel 24-1 kicks off in Papua New Guinea
August 26, 2024 — The U.S. Air Force in conjunction with the Royal Australian Air Force French Air Force and the Papua New Guinea Defence Force kicked off Pacific Angel 24-1 at Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, August 24, 2024... MORE

U.S. Air Force, Royal Australian Air Force, French Air Force and Papua New Guinea Defence Force personnel participating in Pacific Angel 24-1pose for a group photo at Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea, August 24, 2024.

Old Allies New Opportunities; VMFA(AW)-224 participates in historic training on Suwon Air Base
August 26, 2024 — VMFA(AW)-224 came to Suwon Air Base to conduct a detachment for training as part of a unit deployment program. The Marine F/A-18 squadron trained with the Republic of Korea Air Force (ROKAF) to improve both their aviation capabilities... MORE

A U.S. Marine Corps F/A-18C Hornet aircraft with Marine All-Weather Fighter Attack Squadron (VMFA(AW)) 224, Marine Aircraft Group 31 (MAG), 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing (MAW) taxis the flight line before taking off from Suwon Air Base, Republic of Korea, Aug. 14, 2024.

Team 446 demonstrates international interoperability at Pacific Airshow Gold Coast
August 25, 2024 — 10 U.S. Air Force Airmen assigned to the 728 Airlift Squadron and 313 Airlift Squadron supported U.S. Navy involvement in the Pacific Airshow Gold Coast and also participated in the show, in Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia, August 15-18 2024... MORE

A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III assigned to the 446th Airlift Wing flies over the Pacific Airshow Gold Coast in Gold Coast, Australia, Aug. 18th, 2024.

USAF, RAAF kick off Red Flag-Alaska 24-3
August 24, 2024 — Red Flag-Alaska 24-3, a Pacific Air Forces-sponsored exercise, began Aug. 15, with primary flight operations over the Joint Pacific-Alaska Range Complex and is scheduled to run through Aug. 30. Red Flag-Alaska is designed to provide realistic training in a simulated combat environment... MORE

A F-22 Raptor takes off at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska

Opening Ceremony kicks off Pacific Angel 24-3 in Vietnam
August 24, 2024 — The United States Armed Forces are working together conducting concurrent Engineering, Medical events and Subject Matter Expert Exchanges in Quang Ngai and Quang Nam provinces, Vietnam from Aug. 20 -31, 2024 as part of Pacific Angel 24-3... MORE

Readout of Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III's Meeting With Indian Minister of Defense Rajnath Singh
August 23, 2024 — Pentagon Press Secretary Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder provided the following readout: Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III welcomed Indian Minister of Defense Rajnath Singh to the Pentagon today. The two officials discussed ongoing efforts to deepen the Major Defense Partnership between the United States and India in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region... MORE

Joint Statement - Submarine Tendered Maintenance Period
August 23, 2024 — Today, AUKUS nations will commence the Submarine Tendered Maintenance Period (STMP) at HMAS Stirling in Western Australia. This is a historic milestone for the AUKUS partnership, which promotes stability and security in the Indo-Pacific region and beyond. ... MORE