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U.S. Embassy & Consulate in Vietnam

Construction on New U.S. Embassy in Hanoi, Vietnam

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U.S., Japan Execute Integrated Bomber Exercise

On Apr. 14, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command deployed two bombers and accompanying aircraft in a bilateral air exercise with Japan Self-Defense Forces fighters over the Sea of Japan, demonstrating the consistent and capable deterrence options readily available to the U.S.-Japan Alliance.

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U.S. strategic bombers, ROK and U.S. fighters conduct combined aerial training

The Republic of Korea and U.S. conduct a combined aerial exercise with the deployment of U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortresses over the Republic of Korea, April 14, 2023. The combined flight operations provide the U.S. and its allies the opportunity to further strengthen their interoperability and demonstrate a combined defense capability. The U.S. remains committed to peace and prosperity throughout the region to secure a free and open Indo-Pacific. Our commitment to the defense of the Republic of Korea remains ironclad.

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U.S. strategic bombers, ROK and U.S. fighters conduct combined aerial training

The Republic of Korea and U.S. conduct a combined aerial exercise with the deployment of U.S. Air Force B-52H Stratofortresses over the Republic of Korea, April 14, 2023. The combined flight operations provide the U.S. and its allies the opportunity to further strengthen their interoperability and demonstrate a combined defense capability. The U.S. remains committed to peace and prosperity throughout the region to secure a free and open Indo-Pacific. Our commitment to the defense of the Republic of Korea remains ironclad.

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Air advisor course comes to Guam

U.S. Air Force members assigned to Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, during the air advisor course at Pacific Regional Training Center-Andersen, Guam, April 14, 2023. During this course, students were trained in combat skills such as Tactical Combat Casualty Care, convoy procedures, driving skills and advanced combat firearm training.

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U.S., Japan Conduct Bilateral Aviation Exercise

U.S. Forces and the Japan Self-Defense Forces conducted a bilateral integration exercise on April 13, 2023, demonstrating the enduring deterrence options readily available to the U.S.-Japan Alliance.

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Secretary Blinken

Secretary Blinken’s Trip to the United Kingdom, Ireland, Vietnam, and Japan. Courtesy copy

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COMSUBPAC Hosts Submarine Warfare Commanders Conference

Attendees of the Submarine Warfare Commanders Conference (SWCC) pose for a group photo on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, April 13, 2023. The purpose of SWCC, which was first held in 2018, is to strengthen a free and open Indo-Pacific region through expanded cooperation between submarine force commanders of allies and partners.

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Pacific Air Forces hosts command-wide first sergeant conference, executes Diamond Care Initiative

U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Bradford Cambra, Pacific Air Forces Command first sergeant, gives a lecture on PACAF’s strategic imperatives during a Pacific Diamond conference on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, April 12, 2023. This year’s Pacific Diamond Conference was organized to communicate the PACAF commander’s priorities of ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific.

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U.S. Navy, JMSDF Conduct Training Torpedo Exercise in Japanese Waters

An MH-60R Seahawk attached to the “Saberhawks” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 77 drops a torpedo alongside the Futami-class research ship JS Wakasa (AGS-5104) during a torpedo exercise in Sagami Bay, Japan, April 13, 2023. The Saberhawks are forward-deployed to the 7th Fleet area of operation in support of a free and open Indo-pacific.

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USecAF tours Indo-Pacific to ensure resourcing decisions align with strategy, mission

U.S. Air Force Gen. Ken Wilsbach, Pacific Air Forces commander, Kristyn Jones, assistant secretary of the Air Force for Financial Management and Comptroller, performing the duties of under secretary of the Air Force, and U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. David Wolfe, PACAF command chief, stand together for a photo at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, May 3, 2023. Jones directs the development of the Air Force program and budget, oversees the Air Force Cost Analysis Agency's acquisition and operational cost analysis, provides analytical services, and conducts Air Force accounting and finance operations. During her visit, she met with PACAF leaders to better understand PACAF’s overall infrastructure and mission opportunities and challenges relative to the Pacing Challenge and how PACAF competes, deters, and wins in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Air Force photo by Tech. Sgt. Nick Wilson)

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U.S., Philippine Leaders Vow Further Alliance Progress

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III stands with Philippine Officer in Charge of the Department of National Defense Carlito Galvez prior to a bilateral exchange at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C., April 12, 2023.

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Makin Island ARG Conducts Balikatan with the Armed Forces of the Philippines

A U.S. Navy landing craft, air cushion, assigned to Assault Craft Unit 5, and a U.S. Marine MV-22 Osprey, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor (VMM) 362 (Rein.), 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit, returns to amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8), during a ship-to-shore operation of Balikatan 23, April 12, 2023 in the Subic Bay Harbor. Balikatan is an annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen bilateral interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades shared experiences. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of Makin Island and amphibious transport docks USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations with the embarked 13th MEU to enhance interoperability with Allies and partners and serve as a ready-response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Eloise A. Johnson)

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B-1B Lancers integrate with partners, build interoperability during exercise COPE INDIA 2023

A U.S. Air Force B-1B Lancer from the 28th Bomb Wing, prepares for take off from Ellsworth Air Force Base, South Dakota, April 12, 2023. Bomber missions provide opportunities to train and work with our allies and partners in joint and coalition operations and exercises. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Austin McIntosh)

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Leaders Discuss Partnership Between U.S., Philippines

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III conduct a press conference with Philippine Secretary of Foreign Affairs Enrique A. Manalo and Philippine Officer in Charge of the Department of National Defense Carlito Galvez after a U.S.-Philippines 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue, Washington, D.C., April 11, 2023.

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U.S. Army Japan renames headquarters to honor past leader

The General Maxwell D. Taylor Building plaque is posted in front of the U.S. Army Japan headquarters. Gen. Taylor took the helm of U.S. Army Japan, then U.S. Army Forces, Far East, in November 1954. He relinquished command of the unit on April 1, 1955, to lead all U.S. forces in Japan and Korea as the Commanding General of U.S. Far East Command, a unified combatant command.

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Maintainer camaraderie leads to strategic deterrence in the Indo Pacific

A B-52 Stratofortress assigned to the 2nd Bomb Wing at Barksdale Air Force Base, Louisiana receives maintenance at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam in support of a Bomber Task Force mission, April 11, 2023. Together with our allies and partners, the United States is dedicated to maintaining a region composed of nations that adhere to the international rule of law. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class William Pugh)

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Philippine, U.S. Troops to Hold Largest Ever Balikatan Exercise from April 11 to 28

Amphibious transport dock USS Anchorage (LPD 23) pulls into Subic Bay, Philippines to participate in Exercise Balikatan 2023 (BK23) April 10, 2023. Balikatan reinforces the relationship between the U.S. and Armed Forces of the Philippines by upholding steadfast beliefs of democratic values, enhancing mutual security and defense capabilities and working together to maintain a culture of equity, inclusion, dignity and respect. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of amphibious assault ship USS Makin Island (LHD 8) and amphibious transport docks USS Anchorage (LPD 23) and USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations with the embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit to enhance interoperability with Allies and partners and serves as a ready-response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

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7th Fleet Destroyer conducts Freedom of Navigation Operation in South China Sea

The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Milius (DDG 69) conducts routine underway operations. Milius is forward-deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific.

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U.S. Forces Japan, 374th Leaders Thank Kanoya Team, Local Leaders

Leaders of United States Forces Japan, the 374th Airlift Wing, and the 319th Expeditionary Reconnaissance Squadron walk to the Kanoya Air Base headquarters building during a visit to Kanoya Air Base, Japan, April 10, 2023. USFJ and 374th AW command teams also met with Shigeru Nakanishi, Kanoya mayor, and recognized Airmen from the 319th ERS for their commitment to contributing positively to the Kanoya community.

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