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Kiribati Phase of Pacific Partnership Mission Completed

TARAWA, Kiribati (June 2, 2015) An I-Kiribati girl watches as the Military Sealift Command joint high-speed vessel USNS Millinocket (JHSV 3) arrives in support of Pacific Partnership 2015. Tarawa is an atoll and the capital of the Republic of Kiribati, in the central Pacific Ocean and is the first country Millinocket is visiting during PP15. Now in its tenth iteration, Pacific Partnership is the largest annual multilateral humanitarian assistance and disaster relief preparedness mission conducted in the Indio-Asia-Pacific region. While training for crisis conditions, Pacific Partnership missions have provided medical care to approximately 270,000 patients and veterinary services to more than 38,000 animals. Additionally, PP15 has provided critical infrastructure development to host nations through the completion of more than 180 engineering projects. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Jonathan R. Kulp/Released)

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USNS Millinocket to visit Solomon Islands for Pacific Partnership

PACIFIC OCEAN -- The Military Sealift Command Joint High Speed Vessel USNS Millinocket (JHSV 3) is underway in the Pacific Ocean for Pacific Partnership 2015. Now in its 10th iteration, Pacific Partnership is the largest annual multilateral humanitarian assistance and disaster relief preparedness mission conducted in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. While training for crisis conditions, Pacific Partnership missions have provided medical care to approximately 270,000 patients and veterinary services to more than 38,000 animals. Additionaly, Pacific Partnership has provided critical infrastructure development to host nations through the completion of more than 180 engineering projects. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Christopher E. Tucker/RELEASED)

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Carl Vinson Strike Group Conducts Exercises with Royal Malaysian Military

SOUTH CHINA SEA (May 10, 2015) - Two F/A-18 Super Hornets and two Royal Malaysian Air Force Mig 29 Fulcrums fly in formation above the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70). The Carl Vinson Strike group is deployed to 7th Fleet area of operations supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.

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Marines, Australians commemorate 73rd anniversary of Battle of the Coral Sea

DARWIN, Australia (May 8, 2015) - Sergeant Anissa Hogbin, a bugler with the Army Band Darwin, Australian Defence Force, sounds "Last Post" during the memorial service commemorating the 73rd Anniversary of the Battle of the Coral Sea May 8 at the USS Peary Gun Memorial, Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia. The Battle of the Coral Sea was a series of naval engagements, between the U.S. and Australia against Japan, which occurred May 4 to May 8, 1942 on the northeast coast of Australia. Beyond purely military training, Marine Rotational Force - Darwin greatly appreciates Australia's hospitality and utilizes community engagements to learn and share with the host nation.

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Hawaii service members honor the ANZACS with partner nations

HONOLULU, Hawaii (Apr. 25, 2015) - Commander of U.S. Pacific Command, Adm. Samuel J. Locklear III, attends the ANZAC Day remembrance at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific, Honolulu, to honor and commemorates the soldiers who sacrificed their lives on the Gallipoli Peninsula, Turkey on April 25, 1915. This year marks the centenary of the Australia and New Zealand forces landed on Gallipoli Peninsula during World War I. 150424-N-DX698-127

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USS Oklahoma City visits Japan during routine patrol

FLEET ACTIVITIES YOKOSUKA, Japan (April 22, 2015) The American flag is raised aboard the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Oklahoma City (SSN 723) as crewmembers render honors. Oklahoma City is moored at Fleet Activities Yokosuka during a scheduled port visit as part of its deployment to the western Pacific.

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Exercise Foal EagleCNFK, Public Affairs Office

WATERS SOUTH OF THE KOREAN PENINSULA, (April 8, 2015) - Sailors from the mine countermeasure ship USS Chief (MCM 14) lower a mine neutralization vehicle into position on the ship's fantail, after mine sweeping training in waters south of the Korean peninsula. Chief is participating in Exercise Foal Eagle 2015, a series of annual training events that are defense-oriented and designed to increase readiness and maintain stability on the Korean Peninsula while strengthening the Republic of Korea-U.S. alliance and promoting regional peace and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.

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Green Bay Recovers Distressed Mariners in Makassar Strait

150327-N-UF697-011 WATERS EAST OF THE KOREAN PENINSULA (March 27, 2015) The forward-deployed amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20) arrives on station for a photo exercise during the Korean Marine Exchange Program (KMEP). U.S. Sailors and Marines from the Bonhomme Richard Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) and the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) are participating in the KMEP in the Republic of Korea (ROK) with the ROK Marine Corp and Navy. The Bonhomme Richard ARG is comprised of the amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6), the amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20), the Whidbey-island class amphibious dock landing ship USS Ashland (LSD 48) and the embarked 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU). (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kevin V. Cunningham/Released)

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Secretary of the Navy Completes Partnership-Building Visit to Indonesia

JAKARTA, Indonesia (Mar. 23, 2015) - Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Ray Mabus meets with Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Navy, Adm. Ade Supandi in Jakarta, Indonesia. Mabus is in the region to meet with senior military and civilian officials to discuss bilateral and multilateral maritime security issues and efforts.

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U.S. Pacific Fleet

YOKOSUKA, Japan (March 14, 2015) Sailors from the damage control and refueling teams aboard the the U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) observe an MH-60S Seahawk from Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 12 during flight operations. Blue Ridge resumed patrols to engage with regional partners throughout the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations following a six-month ships restricted availability period. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Samuel Weldin/ RELEASED)

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SALVEX Korea 2015

Sailors assigned to Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 1, Company 1-6, embarked aboard the Military Sealift Command rescue and salvage ship USNS Salvor (T-ARS 52) work to complete a heavy lift of a 30 ton wrecked Korean vessel as part of Salvage Exercise (SALVEX) 2015. The heavy lift was the culmination of a two-week bilateral exercise between U.S. Navy divers and Republic of Korea (ROK) navy divers which focused on reinforcing teamwork and interoperability between the U.S. and ROK navies while giving Sailors the opportunity to sharpen their tactical skills. (U.S. Navy photo by Navy Diver 2nd Class Blake Florhe/Released)

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Littoral Combat Ship Capabilities

WATERS TO THE WEST OF THE KOREAN PENINSULA (March 9, 2015) The littoral combat ship USS Fort Worth (LCS 3) and the guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) conduct a replenishment-at-sea from the Military Sealift Command fleet replenishment oiler USNS Pecos (T-AO 197) during exercise Foal Eagle 2015. Foal Eagle is a series of annual training events that are defense-oriented and designed to increase readiness and maintain stability on the Korean Peninsula while strengthening the Republic of Korea-U.S. alliance and promoting regional peace and stability of the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Daniel M. Young/Released)

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Foal Eagle 2015

In this file photo, Information Systems Technician 3rd Class Damonique Uzueta monitors operations in Combat Information Control, as Republic of Korea Navy Lt. j.g. Woo Sung Hwa and Chief Petty Officer Lee Moon Hoe observe, while underway aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) during Exercise Foal Eagle 2015. McCain is on patrol in the 7th Fleet area of responsibility supporting security and stability in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. Foal Eagle is a series of annual training events that are defense-oriented and designed to increase readiness and maintain stability on the Korean Peninsula while strengthening the ROK-U.S. alliance and promoting regional peace and stability of the Indo-Asia-Pacific region.

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Frank Cable Holds Tour for Japan House of Councillors Members

SASEBO, Japan (Mar. 2, 2015) - Capt. Mark Benjamin, right, commanding officer of the submarine tender USS Frank Cable (AS 40), explains his ship's history, capabilities, and functions to members of the Japanese House of Councilors (JHC). The members of the JHC came aboard to acquire knowledge about the role and function of the ships and facilities of Sasebo to aid in discussing issues related to the Japan-US alliance. Frank Cable, deployed to the island of Guam, conducts maintenance and support of submarines and surface vessels deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility.

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CARAT 2015 Exercise Series Begins in the Philippines

150227-N-YU572-099 SURABAYA, Indonesia (Feb. 27, 2015) Col. Laut M. Zaenal, left, and Capt. Curtis Gilbert, assigned to Commander Task Force 73, exchange the official minutes of the Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Indonesia initial planning conference. CARAT is an annual, bilateral exercise series with the U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps and the armed forces of nine partner nations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Jay C. Pugh/Released)

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Buffalo Visits Singapore during Indo-Asia-Pacific Deployment

In this file photos, Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Joshua Martin, assigned to the Los Angeles-class attack submarine USS Buffalo (SSN 715), renders a passing salute to the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force submarine JS Hakuryu (SS 503) as the submarine arrives at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. While in port, the submarine's crew will conduct various training evolutions, continue to build positive relationships with the United States, and have the opportunity to enjoy the sights and culture of Hawaii.

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PACFLT Hosts Senior Leaders Course, Strengthens International Bonds

PEARL HARBOR (Feb. 5, 2015) Adm. Harry B. Harris Jr., commander of U.S. Pacific Fleet, briefs flag officers during the Naval War College's Combined Force Maritime Component Commander Flag Officer Course. Participants from 15 nations around the Pacific region came to discuss regional maritime security issues and strengthen relationships.

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Mustin, John S. McCain Sailors Strengthen Partnerships in Korea through Bilateral Training and Port Visit

BUSAN, Republic of Korea (Jan. 29, 2015) - Cmdr. Chase Sargeant, commanding officer of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John S. McCain (DDG 56), is greeted by a Republic of Korea naval officer after the ship arrived in Busan for a scheduled port visit. John S. McCain just concluded a series of bilateral training exercise with the Republic of Korea navy in international waters west of the Korean peninsula. The routine exercise focused on reinforcing teamwork and interoperability between the U.S. and Republic of Korea navies while giving Sailors the opportunity to sharpen their tactical skills.

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USS Comstock arrives in Malaysia

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.

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U.S. Sailors attend multinational senior enlisted leadership engagement in Singapore

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.

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