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Singaporean Chief of Defense Force Views Jungle Training in Action
January 26, 2015 — Lt. Gen. Chee Meng, Singapore Armed Forces Chief of Defense Force, and Singaporean senior leadership paid a visit to the 25th Infantry Division Lightning Academy/Jungle Operations Training Center Jan... MORE

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, HAWAII (Jan. 23, 2015) - 1st Lt Peter Dierkes, jungle operation platoon leader, Lightning Academy/Jungle Operations Training Center (JOTC), briefs Singaporean Chief of Defense Force Lt. Gen Chee Meng on the layout and training opportunities offered at the JOTC.

Pacific Partner Engagements Remain Increasingly Innovative, Effective
January 26, 2015 — The Army has always had a footprint in the Pacific region. But in the past, training exercises with those nations were not linked together in a meaningful way that would reflect complex operational... MORE

Bonhomme Richard Conducts Ammo Onload
January 26, 2015 — The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) conducted an ammo on-load Jan. 22-23 in preparation for its next deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.Over... MORE

PACAF, Bangladesh to Participate in Exercise COPE SOUTH 15
January 23, 2015 — U.S. Air Force and Bangladesh air force personnel will participate in exerciseCOPE SOUTH 15, a Pacific Air Forces-sponsored, bilateral tactical airliftexercise, at BAF Base Bangabandhu, Bangladesh,... MORE

Hagel Calls to Congratulate New Japanese Defense Minister
January 23, 2015 — Defense Chuck Hagel called Japan’s new defense minister last night to congratulate him on his appointment and to express hope for continued growth of the U.S.-Japan alliance. It was the first... MORE

USS Comstock Arrives in Malaysia
January 23, 2015 — The amphibious dock landing ship USS Comstock (LSD 45) and the embarked 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit arrived in Sepanggar, Malaysia, Jan. 22 for a port visit.The port visit marks the second stop for... MORE

New Squadron Highlights Importance of Cyber Security
January 23, 2015 — Recognizing the growing importance of cyber security in the Air Force and thenation, the 561st Network Operations Squadron Det.1 was deactivated here Jan. 6and activated as the new 690th Cyberspace... MORE

Makin Island and 11th MEU Crew Members Volunteer at Singapore Soup Kitchen
January 23, 2015 — Several members from the amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) and embarked 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) participated in a community relations project (COMREL) by volunteering at... MORE

SINGAPORE (Jan. 23, 2015) - Commander, Task Force (CTF) 73, Rear Adm. Charlie Williams addresses military members during a senior enlisted leadership engagement held in Singapore. More than 25 enlisted leaders representing the U.S., Singaporean, British, Australian, and New Zealand armed forces met to discuss enlisted issues and enhance country-to-country partnerships in Singapore.

USS Comstock Arrives in Malaysia
January 23, 2015 — The amphibious dock landing ship USS Comstock (LSD 45) and the embarked 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit arrived in Sepanggar, Malaysia, Jan. 22 for a scheduled port visit.The port visit marks the... MORE

SEPANGGAR, Malaysia (Jan. 22, 2015) - Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Janie Saldivar, a native of De Queen, Ark., stands by on the forecastle of the dock landing ship USS Comstock (LSD 45) while the ship is moored for a port visit. Comstock, part of the Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, is on a deployment with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) to promote peace and freedom of the seas by providing security and stability in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations.

Hagel Discusses Alliance Progress with South Korean Counterpart
January 22, 2015 — Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel called South Korean Defense Minister Han Min-koo yesterday to discuss recent progress made in strengthening the alliance between their nations and improving deterrence... MORE

U.S., Thai Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians Share Lessons Learned
January 22, 2015 — U.S. Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal Soldiers trained with Thai military and police EOD technicians here during Exercise Ravens Challenge Jan. 12 - 16.During the "Welcome to Thailand" training lanes,... MORE

HUA HIN, Thailand (Jan. 16, 2015) - Staff Sgt. Alexander Burdge from the 53rd EOD Company talks through hook and line procedures with his Thai Explosive Ordnance Disposal counterparts. (U.S. Army Courtesy Photo)

Fifth Philippines-United States Bilateral Strategic Dialogue
January 22, 2015 — The fifth Bilateral Strategic Dialogue (BSD) between the Philippines and theUnited States was held in Manila, the Philippines, on 20-21 January 2015. Theannual dialogue, which has enriched our... MORE

Pentagon’s Top Policy Official Praises U.S.-Australia Alliance
January 22, 2015 — The long history of the U.S.-Australia alliance has been a linchpin of stability around the world, the Defense Department’s top policy official said here today. Christine E. Wormuth, under secretary... MORE

Yokota Aircrew Practices Survival Tactics in Fuji Foothills
January 22, 2015 — Freezing rain pierces already soaked flight suits. Pools of water gather inboots. Hands are numb and stomachs empty. Warmth is a distant memory, but theaircrew isn't focused on the uncomfortable... MORE

CAMP FUJI, Japan (Jan. 15, 2015) - A Marine with the 1st Batallion, 1st Marines, kneels into a defensive formation with his platoon while searching for hiding aircrew members. The search was part of the survival, evasion, resistance and escape training conducted by the 36th Airlift Squadron from Yokota Air Base, Japan.

USNS Kocak Grounded Near Okinawa, Japan
January 22, 2015 — The Military Sealift Command prepositioning vessel USNS Sgt. Matej Kocak (T-AK 3005) ran aground off the East Coast of Okinawa, Japan, Jan. 22, at approximately 11:30 a.m.The vessel is located... MORE

Royal Cambodian Gendarmerie work with US Marines
January 22, 2015 — U.S. Marines and the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces begin Royal Preah Khan Jan. 12 in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.Royal Preah Khan is a simulated humanitarian assistance and disaster relief exercise focused... MORE

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (Jan. 12, 2015) - Cambodian Royal Gendarmerie Maj. Chheang Songmeng, left, discusses upcoming training goals with U.S. Marine Cpl. Jonathan Cabrera during a meeting prior to the opening of Royal Preah Khan. Royal Preah Khan is a simulated humanitarian assistance and disaster relief exercise focused on enhancing response capabilities through staff training, crisis action planning, a command post exercise and enhancing Royal Cambodian Armed Forces and Marine cooperation.

USS Mustin Visits Pyeongtaek to Enhance Partnerships with Korean Navy
January 21, 2015 — The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Mustin (DDG 89) arrived in Pyeongtaek, Republic of Korea, for a port visit Jan. 21.The ship, which is forward-deployed to Yokosuka, Japan, is... MORE

Bonhomme Richard Conducts Replenishment at Sea
January 21, 2015 — The forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) conducted a replenishment at sea (RAS) with Military Sealift Command Dry Cargo/Ammunition Ship USNS Richard E. Byrd (T-AKE... MORE

Aggressors Take Off for Joint, Coalition Training in Pacific
January 21, 2015 — Fourteen F-16 Fighting Falcons from the 18th Aggressor Squadron took off Jan. 17in transit to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, and Andersen Air ForceBase, Guam.The group of fighters, along with... MORE

EIELSON AIR FORCE BASE, Alaska (Jan. 17, 2015) - One of 14 U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon aircraft with the 18th Aggressor Squadron takes off shortly after sunrise in transit to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, and Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, to participate in the SENTRY ALOHA and COPE NORTH exercises. More than 150 maintainers will keep the Aggressors in the air during the exercises, which are meant to prepare U.S. Airmen, Sailors and Marines along with coalition partners in the Pacific theater of operations for contingency operations if the need arises.

Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force Visits Hickam, Shares Knowledge with Airmen
January 21, 2015 — Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Cody visited with Airmen and hostedseparate all-calls with junior and senior enlisted Airmen during his visit hereJan. 15-16. Cody's discussion-style... MORE

JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii (Jan. 15, 2015) - Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force James Cody shakes hands with Tech. Sgt. Renieka Pepper, Professional Military Education (PME) instructor, during Cody's visit to the Binnicker PME Center. Cody shared Air Force leadership knowledge during discussions with junior and senior enlisted Airmen, and met with leadership groups and Airmen in their work areas during his two-day visit.