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Adm. John C. Aquilino, Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, joins Gen. Chalermphon Srisawasdi, former Royal Thai Armed Forces (RTARF) Chief of Defence, at a ceremony to present him with the Legion of Merit in Bangkok on Jan. 18, 2024. The Legion of Merit is the highest accolade that the U.S. can bestow upon a foreign leader; it is reserved for individuals who have shown exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services. 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. INDOPACOM Commander Presents Legion of Merit to Royal Thai Armed Forces Gen. Chalermphon
Gen. Chalermphon Srisawasdi, former Royal Thai Armed Forces (RTARF) Chief of Defence, receives the Legion of Merit pinned by Adm. John C. Aquilino, Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, at a ceremony in Bangkok on Jan. 18, 2024. The Legion of Merit is the highest accolade that the U.S. can bestow upon a foreign leader; it is reserved for individuals who have shown exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services. 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. INDOPACOM Commander Presents Legion of Merit to Royal Thai Armed Forces Gen. Chalermphon
Gen. Chalermphon Srisawasdi, former Royal Thai Armed Forces (RTARF) Chief of Defence, speaks after being presented the Legion of Merit pinned by Adm. John C. Aquilino, Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, in Bangkok on Jan. 18, 2024. The Legion of Merit is the highest accolade that the U.S. can bestow upon a foreign leader; it is reserved for individuals who have shown exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services. 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. INDOPACOM Commander Presents Legion of Merit to Royal Thai Armed Forces Gen. Chalermphon
Thai and U.S. military members congratulate Gen. Chalermphon Srisawasdi, former Royal Thai Armed Forces (RTARF) Chief of Defence, after he received the Legion of Merit pinned by Adm. John C. Aquilino, Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, in Bangkok on Jan. 18, 2024. The Legion of Merit is the highest accolade that the U.S. can bestow upon a foreign leader; it is reserved for individuals who have shown exceptionally meritorious conduct in the performance of outstanding services. 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. INDOPACOM Commander Presents Legion of Merit to Royal Thai Armed Forces Gen. Chalermphon
U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Eric Pak, a forward air controller officer with 5th Air Naval Gunfire Liaison Company, III Marine Expeditionary Force Information Group, observes the landing zone of a Japan Ground Self-Defense Force CH-47J Chinook during joint terminal attack controller training at Irisuna Island, Okinawa, Japan, Nov. 15, 2023. The training tested U.S. and Japanese service members’ ability to enhance and sustain tactics and procedures for terminal control of fires. 5th ANGLICO provides the Marine Air Ground Task Force Commander with a liaison capability to plan, coordinate, employ, and conduct terminal control of fires in support of joint, allied, and coalition forces. Pak is a native of Los Angeles. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. William Wallace)

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A soldier from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force 1st Airborne Brigade aims at his target during the annual New Year's Jump exhibition at Camp Narashino, Japan, Jan. 7, 2024. With a focus on the Indo-Pacific region, the New Year's Jump underscored the preparedness of airborne forces for any mission that may arise. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Natalie Doan)

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Japan Ground Self-Defense Force paratroopers from the 1st Airborne Brigade descend to a drop zone during the annual New Year's Jump exhibition at Camp Narashino, Japan, Jan. 7, 2024. The New Year's Jump not only brought together U.S. and Japanese forces, but also created a platform for international allies and partners to collaborate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Natalie Doan)

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Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) paratroopers from the 1st Airborne Brigade (AB) jump out of a U.S. Air Force C-130J Super Hercules assigned to the 36th Airlift Squadron during the annual New Year's Jump exhibition at Camp Narashino, Japan, Jan. 7, 2024. Hosted by the JGSDF 1st AB, the event showcased the prowess of airborne forces, fostering interoperability and shared understanding within the joint airborne community. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Natalie Doan)

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Soldiers from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force 1st Airborne Brigade demonstrate combat techniques during the annual New Year's Jump exhibition at Camp Narashino, Japan, Jan. 7, 2024. The event served as a live demonstration of rapid insertion capabilities, highlighting the agility and readiness of airborne forces. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Natalie Doan)

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Soldiers from the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force 1st Airborne Brigade conduct a simulated reconnaissance during the annual New Year's Jump exhibition at Camp Narashino, Japan, Jan. 7, 2024. The New Year's Jump not only brought together U.S. and Japanese forces, but also created a platform for international allies and partners to collaborate. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Natalie Doan)

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Senior Airman Robert Klassen attaches a fuel hose to refuel the aircraft during a routine hot pit refueling.

Wolf Pack maintainers, logisticians keep jets fueled for the fight
Senior Airman Robert Klassen attaches a fuel hose to refuel the aircraft during a routine hot pit refueling.

Wolf Pack maintainers, logisticians keep jets fueled for the fight
Senior Airman Collin Johnson performs maintenance procedures on an F-16.

Wolf Pack maintainers, logisticians keep jets fueled for the fight
Senior Airman Collin Johnson performs maintenance procedures on an F-16.

Wolf Pack maintainers, logisticians keep jets fueled for the fight
A member of the 80th Fighter Generation Squadron marshals an F-16 Fighting Falcon for hot pit refueling.

Wolf Pack maintainers, logisticians keep jets fueled for the fight
A member of the 80th Fighter Generation Squadron marshals an F-16 Fighting Falcon for hot pit refueling.

Wolf Pack maintainers, logisticians keep jets fueled for the fight
Two F-16 Fighting Falcons arrive at Kunsan Air Base.

Wolf Pack maintainers, logisticians keep jets fueled for the fight
Two F-16 Fighting Falcons arrive at Kunsan Air Base.

Wolf Pack maintainers, logisticians keep jets fueled for the fight
Ships from the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force , Republic of Korea Navy, and U.S. Navy Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 1, sail together during a trilateral exercise, Jan. 16. The exercise allowed maritime forces from Japan, the Republic of Korea, and the U.S. to train together to enhance coordination on maritime domain awareness and other shared security interests. CSG-1 is deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Isaiah M. Williams)

Japan, Republic of Korea, U.S. Navies Partner in Trilateral Maritime Exercise
The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70), the Sejong the Great-class guided-missile destroyer ROKS Sejong the Great (DDG-991) from the Republic of Korea Navy, the Kongo-class guided-missile destroyer JS Kongo (DDG-173) from the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force, sail together during a trilateral exercise, Jan. 16. The exercise allowed maritime forces from Japan, Republic of Korea, and U.S. to train together to enhance coordination on maritime domain awareness and other shared security interests. Vinson, flagship of Carrier Strike Group ONE, is deployed to the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Isaiah B. Goessl)

Japan, Republic of Korea, U.S. Navies Partner in Trilateral Maritime Exercise
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Joint Task Force-Red Hill (JTF-RH) Commander, U.S. Navy Vice Adm. John Wade, JTF-RH Strategic Engagement Director, U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Lance Okamura, and leaders from Navy Closure Task Force-Red Hill meet with the Omidyar Fellows in Honolulu, Hawaii, Jan. 11, 2024.
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HONOLULU, Hawaii - Joint Task Force-Red Hill (JTF-RH) Commander, U.S. Navy Vice Adm. John Wade, JTF-RH Strategic Engagement Director, U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Lance Okamura, and leaders from Navy Closure Task Force-Red Hill meet with the Omidyar Fellows in Honolulu, Hawaii, Jan. 11, 2024. JTF-RH begins the safe removal of the majority of residual fuel that can’t be drained by gravity, approximately 60,000 gallons, Monday, Jan. 15. JTF-RH is committed to working with regulators and government stakeholders to ensure Red Hill is defueled safely, expeditiously, and in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. (DoD photo by U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Gabrielle Zagorski)


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