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U.S. Coast Guard, Korea Coast Guard strengthen partnership through shared training and cultural exchange in Guam
October 23, 2024 — U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Team Guam and Korea Coast Guard (KCG) crews completed a successful week-long visit to Guam from Oct. 7 to 11, 2024, marked by shared exercises, subject matter expert (SME) exchanges, and a cultural "sports day" aimed at enhancing collaboration and fostering camaraderie between the two forces... MORE

Members of the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Station Apra Harbor conduct a search and rescue exercise and crew exchange with members of the Korea Coast Guard (KCG) training ship KCG 3011 Badaro (바다로호) on Oct. 9, 2024, in Apra Harbor, Guam.

USS Annapolis Returns Home to Naval Base Guam Following Indo-Pacific Deployment
October 10, 2024 — The Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine USS Annapolis (SSN 760) returned to its homeport of Naval Base Guam after a successful three-month deployment in the Indo-Pacific region, Oct. 5, 2024... MORE

USS Annapolis (SSN 760) moors at Naval Base Guam.

United States Coast Guard, Republic of Palau deepen partnership at Joint Committee Meeting in Peleliu
October 1, 2024 — The Republic of Palau and the United States reaffirmed their longstanding partnership and shared history at the Joint Committee Meeting (JCM) held from September 13 to 18, 2024, in Peleliu, with participation from U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam... MORE

240916-N-ML137-1096 PELELIU, Republic of Palau (Sept. 16, 2024) - U.S. Coast Guard Lt. Cmdr. Derek Wallin, marine advisor with U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam, gives a presentation during the biannual, bilateral Joint Committee Meeting at South Dock Summerhouse, Sept. 16. JCMs are aligned with the Compact of Free Association Title III: Security and Defense Relations, enabling ongoing dialogue between nations to enhance security and defense responsibilities in the region. This meeting underscores the mutual commitment to national security, international partnership, and environmental stewardship in the Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Samantha Jetzer)

MSST Honolulu enhances security operations in support of Forces Micronesia Sector Guam's PWCS surge operations
September 28, 2024 — Maritime Safety and Security Team (MSST) Honolulu completed quarterly surge operations in support of the U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam's Ports, Waterways, and Coastal Security (PWCS) mission in Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands from Aug. 31 – Sept. 18, 2024... MORE

Maritime Safety and Security Team (MSST) Honolulu, stand with Department of Agriculture Guam Conservation Officers during a Ports, Waterways, and Coastal Security (PWCS) mission in Guam from Aug. 31 – Sept. 18, 2024.

Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group Departs Guam
September 26, 2024 — Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group (TRCSG) departed Guam following a scheduled visit to bring on stores and equipment, Sept. 26, 2024... MORE

U.S. Navy Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Jeriel Galgo, from Cavite, Philippines, stands watch aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) as the ship departs Apra Harbor, Guam, Sept. 26, 2024.

Mokfok Mañaina Reinterment
September 26, 2024 — On Sept. 28, 2024, the Guam State Historic Preservation Office will host a reinterment ritual aboard Skaggs Urban Training Complex, Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz (formally Andersen South)... MORE

U.S. Coast Guard, Navy medically evacuate ill crewman from foreign fishing vessel northwest of Saipan
September 25, 2024 — The U.S. Navy’s Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 25 (HSC-25) conducted a successful medical evacuation of a 37-year-old crewman from the 95-foot Chinese Taipei-flagged fishing vessel Jin Hsiang Fa, approximately 138 nautical miles northwest of Saipan on Sept. 21, 2024, with coordination from U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam... MORE

The U.S. Navy’s Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 25 (HSC-25) prepare to hoist a 37-year-old crewman from the 95-foot Chinese Taipei-flagged fishing vessel Jin Hsiang Fa approximately 138 nautical miles northwest of Saipan on Sept. 21, 2024.

Guam Observes the 23rd Anniversary of 9/11
September 22, 2024 — Members of the Government of Guam, the Rotary Club of Northern Guam, first responders, military leaders, and other distinguished guests gathered for a 9/11 remembrance ceremony at Two Lovers Point on Sept. 20... MORE

U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Brent DeVore, commander, Joint Region Marianas, center right, retired U.S. Army Lt. Col. David S. Okada, center left, and other military leaders on Guam attend a 9/11 remembrance ceremony at Two Lovers Point, Sept. 20.

U.S. Coast Guard supports, strengthens partnership with Republic of Palau partners in response to illicit maritime activity concerns
September 19, 2024 — U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia Sector Guam (FMSG) and U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Barbers Point dispatched personnel and equipment to enact the agreement between the U.S. and Palau Concerning Operational Cooperation to Suppress Illicit Transnational Maritime Activity (U.S. – Palau Bilateral Agreement), and in doing so enhanced Palau's maritime domain awareness... MORE

A U.S. Coast Guard HC-130 Hercules and aircrew embarked Palauan enforcement officials and Coast Guard specialists to patrol over 6,000 miles, identifying numerous illegal fish aggregation devices (FADs) and sighting vessels in and around Palau's EEZ.

Camp Blaz brings local Marines and Sailors home
September 1, 2024 — Several Marines and Sailors originally born and raised on the islands of Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands have returned to the Marianas and are an integral part of laying the foundation for Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz... MORE

Marines and Sailors from Guam and the Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas Islands pose with Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz leadership on MCB Camp Blaz, Aug. 22, 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)

Innovative Readiness Training delivers vital medical care to Guam residents
August 19, 2024 — More than 100 U.S. Air Force Reserve, active-duty Air Force, Army, Navy, and Guam Air National Guard service members collaborated with the Guam Department of Public Health and Social Services and other community partners to host the 2024 Guam Wellness Innovative Readiness Training at Guam Community College in Mangilao from Aug. 1-8, 2024... MORE

U.S. Air Force dentists and dental technicians conduct operations during the 2024 Guam Wellness Innovative Readiness Training at Guam Community College, Guam, Aug. 2, 2024.

Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group departs Guam and Saipan
August 9, 2024 — The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), USS O’Kane (DDG 77), and USS Frank E. Petersen Jr. (DDG 121) departed Naval Base Guam, August 8, 2024, after conducting a scheduled four-day port call to the island... MORE

Yeoman 2nd Class Natasha Cleek, left, from Truckee, Calif., assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) and Lt. j.g. Matthew Ikenoyama, from Ridgecrest, Calif., assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS O’Kane (DDG 77), pulls weeds during a community relations project with Island Girl Power in Dededo, Guam.

77th Infantry Division’s Colors Return to Guam as Task Force Talon Participates in Liberation Day Parade
July 24, 2024 — Liberation Day is Guam’s most significant commemorative event, and July 21st, 2024, marked 80 years since the U.S. military delivered the island from Imperial Japanese occupation during World War II. Soldiers from Task Force Talon, the U.S. Army missile defense unit on the island, had the special honor of not only taking part in this year’s festivities, but also recognizing the U.S. troops that fought in the Battle of Guam during the annual Guam Liberation Day Parade... MORE

Sergeant John Aguon from Task Force Talon and resident of Guam, carried the regimental colors for the 1-307th Infantry Regiment during the Guam Liberation Day Parade in honor of the 77th Infantry Division Soldiers that fought in the Battle of Guam 80 years ago.

U.S. Coast Guard completes successful rescue, tow of motor yacht Black Pearl 1 to the Republic of Palau
July 24, 2024 — In a demonstration of sound seamanship and dedication, the crew of the USCGC Oliver Henry (WPC 1140) completed the rescue operation of the motor yacht Black Pearl 1 and the 11 crew aboard, ensuring its safe arrival and mooring in the Republic of Palau on July 22, 2024... MORE

The crew of the USCGC Oliver Henry (WPC 1140) tow the motor yacht Black Pearl 1 and the 11 crew aboard in the Pacific Ocean, ensuring its safe arrival and mooring in the Republic of Palau on July 22, 2024, at 11:22 a.m. ChST, the Oliver Henry crew transferred the Black Pearl's tow to the 75-foot Palau-flagged tug SSC Techall, just offshore Palau. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Noah Mummert)

USCGC Frederick Hatch completes patrol period, strengthens regional security and community ties
July 11, 2024 — The USCGC Frederick Hatch crew completed a highly operational patrol period from May 21 to July 1, 2024, demonstrating exceptional versatility and collaboration in maritime security and community engagement across the Pacific region... MORE

The USCGC Frederick Hatch crew deliver supplies to Agrihan in the Northern Mariana Islands on June 19, 2024, while on patrol in the Western Pacific Ocean. The Frederick Hatch crew completed a highly operational patrol period from May 21 to July 1, 2024, demonstrating exceptional versatility and collaboration in maritime security and community engagement across the Pacific region. (U.S. Coast Guard photo)

U.S. Coast Guard rescues 13 boaters near Guam
June 23, 2024 — U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam, demonstrating preparedness and efficiency, successfully conducted a search and rescue operation for a distressed vessel 13 nautical miles north of Guam on June 23, 2024, saving 13 boaters... MORE

U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia/Sector Guam, demonstrating preparedness and efficiency, successfully conducted a search and rescue operation for a distressed vessel 13 nautical miles north of Guam on June 23, 2024, saving 13 boaters. The Joint Rescue Sub-Center, operated by U.S. Coast Guard watchstanders in Guam, received an urgent notification from Guam Fire Rescue and 911 dispatch of a 23-foot recreational vessel, the Helen, with 13 people aboard potentially identified as nationals of the People's Republic of China, out of gas and adrift. A U.S. Coast Guard Station Apra Harbor 45-foot Response Boat-Medium crew transported the survivors to Hagåtña, where partner agency officials met them at the pier for further care and assessment. (U.S. Coast Guard photo)

Joint Task Force Micronesia Holds Assumption of Command Ceremony
June 14, 2024 — Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, presided over the establishment ceremony of Joint Task Force-Micronesia (JTF-M) at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam on June 14, 2024, where Rear Adm. Gregory C. Huffman assumed command... MORE

Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, and Rear Adm. Gregory C. Huffman exchange salutes during the Joint Task Force – Micronesia assumption of command ceremony on Andersen Air Force Base, June 14, 2024.

Allies Come Together in the Indo-Pacific: Valiant Shield 24
June 4, 2024 — U.S. Indo-Pacific Command joint forces, along with allied and partner forces, are scheduled to participate in exercise Valiant Shield (VS) 2024, June 7-18, on Guam, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, Palau, and at sea around the Mariana Island Range Complex... MORE

Navy Awards Two Government of Japan Funded Contracts Totaling $122 Million for Work at Marine Corps Installation on Guam
May 21, 2024 — Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Pacific awarded two firm-fixed price task order Government of Japan (GOJ) funded contracts totaling $122 million for work at Marine Corps Base Camp Blaz (MCBCB) on Guam... MORE