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U.S. Indo-Pacific Command hosts Commander’s Conference
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, delivers opening remarks to senior joint-force leaders attending the Commanders Conference at the USINDOPACOM Headquarters on Camp H. M. Smith in Hawaii, Jan. 15-16, 2025. USINDOPACOM persistently integrates and employs credible, all-domain combat power in order to deter aggression, prevent and respond to crisis, and, if necessary, conduct decisive joint and combined operations to prevail in conflict. Integrating our operations in support of and supported by other U.S. Government agencies, the joint force will persistently operate in and across all domains to defend the homeland, deter strategic attack, counter aggression, protect U.S. interests throughout the Indo-Pacific, and enhance U.S. alliances and partnerships. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Bellino)
Jan. 16, 2025 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, hosted more than 40 senior joint-force leaders for two days of engagements focused on strategy, capabilities, and force posture in the Indo-Pacific, Jan. 15-16,...
USINDOPACOM Commander delivers keynote to Hawaii Military Affairs Council
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, answers questions at the Hawaii Military Affairs Council’s Biannual State of the Indo-Pacific event in Honolulu, Jan. 14, 2024. The Hawaii MAC advocates and liaisons with military commands to support and emphasize the military’s role and relevance in Hawaii, while identifying potential impacts to the defense industry, Hawaii’s businesses, and surrounding communities. 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 Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Bellino)
Jan. 15, 2025 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, delivers a keynote address at the Hawaii Military Affairs Council’s Biannual State of the Indo-Pacific event in Honolulu, Jan. 14, 2024...
Lithuanian Chief of Defense visits Hawaii
Lt. Gen. Joshua M. Rudd, deputy commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, right, marches alongside Lithuanian Chief of Defence Gen. Raimundas Vaikšnoras during an honors ceremony at USINDOPACOM headquarters on Camp H.M. Smith in Hawaii, Jan. 7, 2025. The visit aimed to enhance U.S.-Lithuanian communication and cooperation in combating regional threats. 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 Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Bellino)
Jan. 8, 2025 - Lt. Gen. Joshua M. Rudd, deputy commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, hosts Lithuanian Chief of Defence Gen. Raimundas Vaikšnoras at USINDOPACOM headquarters on Camp H.M. Smith in Hawaii, Jan. 7, 2025...
USINDOPACOM statement on DPRK's ballistic missile launch
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Jan. 6, 2025 - We are aware of the DPRK’s ballistic missile launch and are consulting closely with the Republic of Korea (ROK) and Japan, as well as other regional allies and partners. The United States condemns these actions and calls for...
INDOPACOM Commander Visits NPS, Discusses Strategic Challenges, Technological Innovation
Dec. 30, 2024 - Adm. Samuel Paparo, commander, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM), visited the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) to hear updates from students, faculty, and leadership on priority research efforts, and address the command in...
USINDOPACOM Commander Travels to Republic of Korea, Attends USFK Change of Command
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Dec. 22, 2024 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, travels to the Republic of Korea during a trip to the USINDOPACOM area of responsibility, Dec. 20...
USINDOPACOM Commander Travels to Vietnam, Attends Vietnam International Defence Expo
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, third from right, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visits the Bac Son Monument, also known as The Vietnam War Memorial, in Hanoi, Vietnam, Dec. 19, 2024. Paparo’s first visit to Vietnam aims to strengthen a defense relationship rooted in shared security interests, regional stability, and respect for international laws. 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 Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Bellino)
Dec. 20, 2024 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, traveled to Vietnam for the first time, Dec. 19, to attend the 2024 Vietnam International Defense Expo...
USINDOPACOM Commander Travels to Cambodia
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, participates in a media engagement with Governor of Preah Sihanouk province Mang Sineth, while visiting the Independence-class littoral combat ship USS Savannah (LCS 28) at Sihanoukville Autonomous Port in Cambodia, Dec 18, 2024. This is the first time in 8 years that a U.S. ship visits Cambodia and serves as a catalyst to restarting bilateral defense policy dialogue. 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 Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Bellino)
Dec. 20, 2024 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, traveled to Cambodia, Dec. 18, to strengthen and expand the U.S-Cambodia partnership as the two nations enter the 75th anniversary of bilateral relations...
USINDOPACOM Commander Travels to Thailand, Participates in Senior Leader Dialogue
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, joins Royal Thai Air Force Assistant Commander in Chief Air Chief Marshal Sakesan Kantha for a group photo at the Royal Thai Air Force headquarters in Bangkok, Dec. 17, 2024. The visit included exchanges on regional security and expanded the scope and complexity of the strong U.S.-Thai relationship, which dates back to 1833. 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 Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Bellino)
Dec. 18, 2024 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, traveled to Thailand, where he met with senior government and military leaders to reinforce the enduring U.S.-Thailand Alliance, Dec. 15-18...
USINDOPACOM hosts Transnational Security Cooperation Course 24-2
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, center, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, hosts 36 senior U.S. and international military and civilian officials at USINDOPACOM headquarters for the Daniel K. Inouye-Asia Pacific Center for Security Studies’ Transnational Security Cooperation Course 24-2, Dec. 12, 2024. The course provides an opportunity to enhance understanding of transnational security issues, looking at a comprehensive array of emergent and over-the-horizon issues. 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. Army photo by Sgt. Austin Riel)
Dec. 13, 2024 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, hosted 36 senior U.S. and international military and civilian officials at USINDOPACOM for the Daniel K. Inouye-Asia Pacific Center for Security Studies’...
Bangladesh Armed Forces visit USINDOPACOM for Bilateral Defense Dialogue
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command hosts a delegation from the Armed Forces of Bangladesh for the 11th iteration of the Bilateral Defense Dialogue, Dec. 10-12, 2024. The U.S. and Bangladesh have a long-standing relationship built on cooperation in the defense domain and a partnership underscored by mutual respect. 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. Army photo by Sgt. Austin Riel)
Dec. 12, 2024 - U.S. Indo-Pacific Command hosted a delegation from the Armed Forces of Bangladesh for the 11th iteration of the Bilateral Defense Dialogue, Dec. 10-12, 2024...
USINDOPACOM Commander Travels to Canada, Participates in Halifax International Security Forum
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, speaks on a panel at the Halifax International Security Forum, Nov. 23, 2024. Paparo spoke on two panels at the prestigious event attended by political, military and business leaders from the U.S., Canada, Europe, the Middle East, East Asia, Africa and Latin America, where he emphasized the Indo-Pacific's impact on global security and the solidarity of Allies and partners in collectively addressing multi-faceted regions throughout the region. 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)
Nov. 25, 2024 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited Canada from Nov. 22-24, 2024, where he participated in the 2024 Halifax International Security Forum and met with senior military and government...
USINDOPACOM Hosts NDU CAPSTONE Fellows
U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Joel Carey, chief of staff for U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, center, retired Adm. Harry Harris, former U.S. ambassador to South Korea and the 24th USINDOPACOM commander, and National Defense University CAPSTONE fellows pose for a group photo at USINDOPACOM headquarters on Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii, Nov. 13, 2024. NDU’s CAPSTONE executive-level course provides general and flag officers, as well as federal government senior executives, with opportunities to increase exposure and understanding of joint/combined doctrine, military strategy, interoperability, complex security challenges, and the integration of national power to achieve strategic objectives. 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. Army photo by Sgt. Austin Riel)
Nov. 14, 2024 - U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Joel Carey, chief of staff for U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, welcomed retired Adm. Harry Harris, former U.S. ambassador to South Korea and the 24th USINDOPACOM commander, and National Defense University...
USINDOPACOM DCOM visits Nepal
Lt. Gen. Joshua M. Rudd, deputy commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, is greeted by Gen. Ashok Raj Sigel, Chief of the Army Staff (COAS) of the Nepali army, at Birendra Peace Operations Training Centre, Nepal during a visit from Nov. 8-12, 2024. The U.S. military and members of the Nepali army have a long-standing relationship and routinely participate in combined peacekeeping and disaster preparedness exercises together, demonstrating the continued growth of the U.S. and Nepal’s 75-year relationship, built on dedication, mutual respect and trust toward the Nepalese people. (Courtesy photo by Nepali army)
Nov. 13, 2024 - Lt. Gen. Joshua M. Rudd, deputy commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited Nepal from Nov. 8-12, marking his first trip to the country in his current role...
Acting Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment Rosenblum Concludes Trip to Hawaii to Chem-Bio Defense Experiment
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Nov. 12, 2024 - Acting Deputy Under Secretary of Defense (A/DUSD) for Acquisition and Sustainment, Ms. Deborah Rosenblum, traveled to Hawaii last month to observe the 2024 Beholder’s Gaze (BG24) experiment with United States Indo-Pacific...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command representatives meet with the People's Liberation Army counterparts for the Military Maritime Consultative Agreement working group and plenary session
Representatives from U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, U.S. Pacific Fleet, U.S. Pacific Air Forces, and U.S. Coast Guard traveled to Qingdao, China to meet with the People's Republic of China (PRC) People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy and Air Force for the semi-annual working group and annual plenary session of the Military Maritime Consultative Agreement (MMCA), Nov. 6-8, 2024. (Courtesy Photo)
Nov. 8, 2024 - Representatives from U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, U.S. Pacific Fleet, U.S. Pacific Air Forces, and U.S. Coast Guard traveled to Qingdao, China to meet with the People's Republic of China (PRC) People's Liberation Army (PLA)...
U.S. and India Hold 21st Military Cooperation Group
Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to the Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee (CISC), Lt. Gen. Johnson P. Mathew, and U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) Deputy Commander, Lt. Gen. Joshua M. Rudd, co-chaired the 21st Military Cooperation Group (MCG) at Manekshaw Centre, India, Nov. 5-6, 2024
Nov. 6, 2024 - Chief of Integrated Defence Staff to the Chairman Chiefs of Staff Committee (CISC), Lt. Gen. Johnson P. Mathew, and U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) Deputy Commander, Lt. Gen. Joshua M. Rudd, co-chaired the 21st...
ASD(A) Cyber Warfare, USINDOPACOM, JFHQ-DODIN join forces to host second Indo-Pacific Critical Infrastructure Workshop
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Nov. 6, 2024 - More than 300 cyber and critical infrastructure experts converged on Honolulu, both virtually and in-person, Oct. 28 to Nov. 1, to attend the second iteration of the Indo-Pacific Critical Infrastructure Cybersecurity Workshop...
USINDOPACOM Hosts Korea Military Academy Cadets 
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, speaks with cadets from the Korea Military Academy during their visit to USINDOPACOM headquarters on Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii, Nov. 5, 2024. 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. Army photo by Sgt. Austin Riel)
Nov. 5, 2024 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, spoke to cadets from the Korea Military Academy during their visit to USINDOPACOM headquarters on Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii, Nov. 5, 2024.Paparo emphasized the...
Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Speaks at Pacific Tech 2024
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, delivers a keynote speech at the Pacific Tech / Pacific Defense Contracting 2024 Conference, in Honolulu, Oct. 28. With an emphasis on federal Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs, PACTECH 2024 brings together government and defense industry leaders to focus on the challenges and opportunities of emerging industries in the region. 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 Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Bellino)
Oct. 28, 2024 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, delivers a keynote speech at the Pacific Tech / Pacific Defense Contracting 2024 Conference, in Honolulu, Oct. 28...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Speaks at AFCEA’s TechNet Indo-Pacific Conference
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, speaks at AFCEA’s TechNet Indo-Pacific in Honolulu, Oct. 24, 2024. Part of a three-day conference by AFCEA International and AFCEA Hawaii, the event focuses on new and complex challenges facing a joint multi-domain environment, emerging and evolving technology capabilities, and the potential impact of regional defense issues on industry and government with an emphasis on varied perspectives from across the region. 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 Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Bellino)
Oct. 25, 2024 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, speaks at AFCEA’s TechNet Indo-Pacific in Honolulu, Oct. 24, 2024...
USINDOPACOM hosts Republic of the Marshall Islands President Hilda Heine
Republic of the Marshall Islands President Hilda Heine is welcomed with an honors ceremony from Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, at USINDOPACOM headquarters at Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii, Oct. 24, 2024. Heine met with senior military leaders, reflecting the strong and historic cooperation between RMI and the U.S. and their shared commitment to a Pacific that is secure, free and open, and more prosperous. 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. Army photo by Sgt. Austin Riel)
Oct. 24, 2024 - Republic of the Marshall Islands President Hilda Heine visited U.S. Indo-Pacific Command headquarters at Camp H.M. Smith during a visit to Honolulu, Oct. 24, 2024...
INDOPACOM and 7th Air Force Commander visits 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade
Lt. Col. Surridge discusses the information that was briefed with Adm. Paparo.
Oct. 22, 2024 - On October 9th, Adm. Samuel Paparo, commander of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, and Lt. Gen. David Iverson, commanding general of the 7th Air Force, visited the 35th Air Defense Artillery Brigade for an important mission and...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Visits Republic of Korea, Meets with Senior Leaders
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, speaks to cadets at the Korea Military Academy, during an overseas trip to the Republic of Korea, Oct. 10, 2024. The trip reaffirms the U.S.-ROK alliance remains the cornerstone of peace and security in Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula. 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 Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John D. Bellino)
Oct. 11, 2024 - SEOUL — Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited the Republic of Korea (ROK) from Oct. 8-11 to meet with senior Korean military and government officials, future Korean military officers, and...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Visits Japan, Meets with Senior Leaders
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, shakes hands with Japanese Minister of Defense Nakatani Gen during a visit to the region. 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. (Courtesy photo)
Oct. 9, 2024 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited Japan from Oct. 7-8 to meet with senior Japanese officials and officiate the U.S. Forces Japan change of command...
IPhsa at ICMM: Strengthening Indo-Pacific Health Security
During the International Committee for Military Medicine (ICMM) 45th World Congress “Military Medicine Shaping Global Health” held in Brisbane from September 22-27, 2024, the Indo-Pacific health security alliance (IPhsa) hosted a session co-chaired by the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM). This gathering brought together regional and international stakeholders to discuss strategies for enhancing health security and future collaboration
Oct. 4, 2024 - During the International Committee for Military Medicine (ICMM) 45th World Congress “Military Medicine Shaping Global Health” held in Brisbane from September 22-27, 2024...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Concludes Second Indo-Pacific Regional Military Gender Advisor Course
Participants in the Indo-Pacific Regional Military Gender Advisor Course pose for a group photo at the conclusion of the two-week course, Honolulu, Sept. 20, 2024. U.S. Indo-Pacific Command hosted the course that brought together defense partners from 16 nations, as part a five-year initiative by the USINDOPACOM Office of Women, Peace and Security to develop a fully trained network of certified military gender advisors within the Indo-Pacific region. (Coast Guard photo by Chief Petty Officer Lisa Ferdinando)
Oct. 1, 2024 - U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s Office of Women, Peace and Security celebrated the completion of the second annual Indo-Pacific Regional Military Gender Advisor Course in Honolulu, Sept. 20, 2024...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Hosts Hispanic Heritage Month Luncheon and Recognition Ceremony
Service members and civilians from the Hispanic community unite for a group photo during a Hispanic Heritage Month recognition ceremony on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Sept. 30, 2024. Celebrated from September 15 - October 15, it is the only DoD special observance to span multiple months, coinciding with Independence Day festivities for several Latin American countries. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Bellino)
Oct. 1, 2024 - JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii — U.S. Indo-Pacific Command hosted a Hispanic Heritage Month luncheon and recognition ceremony to honor more than 30 service members and civilians for “Excellence in Crisis Planning and...
4th Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity
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Sept. 27, 2024 - 4th Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity...
2024 Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defense Conference Concludes 
Senior military leaders from 28 countries and multinational organizations come together for a group photo at the 26th annual Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defense conference, in Kona, Hawaii, Sept. 19, 2024. Hosted by U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, CHODs provides senior military leaders from across the Indo-Pacific an opportunity to build on and strengthen relationships to enhance mutual understanding, cooperation, and a consistent operational framework, while underscoring international commitment to protecting shared interests across the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Shannon M. Smith)
Sept. 21, 2024 - U.S. Indo-Pacific Command concluded the 26th annual Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defense (CHODs) in Kona, Hawaii on Sept. 20, 2024.    ...
USINDOPACOM and National Guard senior leaders gather to discuss State Partnership Program
U.S. Air Force and Army adjutant generals, senior enlisted leaders and distinguished visitors pose for a group photo at the conclusion of the 2024 State Partnership Program’s senior leader forum at Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii, Sep. 16, 2024.
Sept. 20, 2024 - The U.S. Indo-Pacific Command hosted the annual Senior Leaders Forum (SLF) for the State Partnership Program (SPP) here, Sept. 10-16...
26th Annual Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defense Conference Senior Enlisted Leader Program Highlights Value of NCOs 
Senior enlisted military leaders from 28 countries and multinational organizations come together for a group photo at the 26th annual Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defense conference, in Kona, Hawaii, Sept. 19, 2024. Hosted by U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, CHODs provides senior military leaders from across the Indo-Pacific an opportunity to build on and strengthen relationships to enhance mutual understanding, cooperation, and a consistent operational framework, while underscoring international commitment to protecting shared interests across the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Shannon M. Smith)
Sept. 19, 2024 - KONA, Hawaii– Senior enlisted leaders from 28 countries and multinational organizations are attending U.S. Indo-Pacific Command's 26th annual Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defense (CHODs) conference in Kona, Hawaii, Sept. 18-20. The...
26th Annual Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defense Conference: Building a Resilient and Interconnected Region
Nani Kupihe, director of cultural experiences at Outrigger Kona Resort, greets visitors at the welcoming reception for the 26th annual Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defense conference, in Kona, Hawaii, Sept. 18. Senior military leaders from 28 countries and multilateral entities attended the conference, titled
Sept. 18, 2024 - KONA, Hawaii– U.S. Indo-Pacific Command is hosting the 26th annual Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defense (CHODs) conference in Kona, Hawaii, Sept. 18-20.  This year, 28 countries or multinational organizations are attending the...
USINDOPACOM WPS Director Addresses Hawaii National Guard on Women, Peace and Security
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Director and Command Gender Advisor Sharon Feist addresses the Hawaii National Guard Joint Commander’s Conference at the Guard’s Regional Training Institute, Waimanalo, Hawaii, Sept. 13, 2024. (Photo by Andrew Jackson)
Sept. 18, 2024 - U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Director and Command Gender Advisor Sharon Feist addressed the Hawaii National Guard Joint Commander’s Conference at the Guard’s Regional Training Institute in...
U.S., Australia Co-Host 17th Annual Indo-Pacific Intelligence Chiefs Conference
Participants in the 17th annual Indo-Pacific Intelligence Chiefs Conference pose for a group photo during the Sept. 1 to Sept. 4 event in Sydney, Australia. The event brought together directors of military intelligence and intelligence leaders from 23 countries to discuss regional issues and shared security challenges. (Photo by Australian Defence Force Cpl. Lisa Sherman)
Sept. 18, 2024 - The 17th annual Indo-Pacific Intelligence Chiefs Conference (IPICC) ran Sept. 1 to Sept. 4, bringing together directors of military intelligence and intelligence leaders from 23 countries to discuss regional issues and shared...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command holds State Partnership Program Senior Leader Forum
Senior military leaders gather for a group photo upon concluding the 2024 State Partnership Program Senior Leader Forum at U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, on Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii, Sept. 16. The SPP is a DoD security cooperation program, managed and administered by the Chief of the National Guard Bureau. USINDOPACOM has 16 partnerships with nine states and one territory, and 12 Guardsmen working in embassies across the region as bilateral affairs officers. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Bellino)
Sept. 16, 2024 - U.S. Indo-Pacific Command concludes the 2024 State Partnership Program Senior Leader Forum, held in Hawaii, Sept. 10-16.The SPP is a DoD security cooperation program, managed and administered by the Chief of the National...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Hosts Second Indo-Pacific Regional Military Gender Advisor Course
Multilateral partners from across the Indo-Pacific launched the Indo-Pacific Defense Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Steering Committee, in Honolulu, Sept. 13, 2024. Military gender advisors from Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, the Philippines, Papua New Guinea, and the United States participated as committee members. Their nations have all resourced a full-time WPS capability in their defense forces. The U.S Indo-Pacific Command-hosted Regional Military Gender Advisor Course (RGC), taking place in Honolulu, Sept. 9-20, enabled this steering committee meeting. The RGC builds on the momentum of the previous year, with participants in the inaugural 2023 course returning this year as instructors and facilitators. The RGC is part of a five-year significant security cooperation initiative to develop a network of military gender advisors in the Indo-Pacific region. (Courtesy photo)
Sept. 12, 2024 - U.S. Indo-Pacific Command welcomed defense partners from 16 regional nations for the second Indo-Pacific Regional Military Gender Advisor Course taking place from September 9-20...
Readout of Commander U.S. Indo-Pacific Command call with PLA Southern Theater Commander
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Sept. 9, 2024 - U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Public Affairs provided the following readout: The commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, Adm. Samuel Paparo, held a video teleconference with Gen. Wu Yanan, the commander of the People’s Liberation...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Hosts Papua New Guinea for Bilateral Defense Dialogue
240904-A-BA691-1003 CAMP H.M. SMITH, Hawaii (Sept. 4, 2024) – Maj. Gen. Jay Bargeron, Director J5 Policy and Plans, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, hosted Capt. Peter Tupma, Chief of Force Capability Development, Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) at USINDOPACOM headquarters September 4, 2024, for the Bilateral Defense Dialogue (BDD).
Sept. 5, 2024 - Maj. Gen. Jay Bargeron, Director J5 Policy and Plans, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, hosted Capt. Peter Tupma, Chief of Force Capability Development, Papua New Guinea Defence Force (PNGDF) at USINDOPACOM headquarters September 4,...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Travels to Indonesia
U.S. Navy Adm. Samuel Paparo, left, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, gives two thumbs up after a successful strike during the joint strike exercise to begin during Super Garuda Shield 2024, near Puslatpur 5, Indonesia, Aug. 31, 2024. Super Garuda Shield 2024 represents the third consecutive time the exercise is conducted as a multinational, combined and joint event, focused on a commitment to partnership and a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kurtis A. Hatcher)
Sept. 1, 2024 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited Indonesia from Aug. 30 to Sept. 1, where he met with senior government and military leaders and observed Exercise Super Garuda Shield 2024 to reaffirm the...
MILOPS 24 Concludes: Strengthening Legal Partnerships and Defending Sovereignty in the Indo-Pacific 
More than 200 people from 29 nations attend U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s 35th annual International Military Law and Operations Conference (MILOPS 24) in Manila, Philippines on Aug. 27-30, 2024. Hosted by USINDOPACOM and the Philippine Department of National Defense, MILOPS provides an opportunity for participants to strengthen partnerships, engage with leading experts, and reaffirm shared commitment to international law, including respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity. 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)
Aug. 30, 2024 - MANILA, Philippines– U.S. Indo-Pacific Command concluded its 35th annual International Military Law and Operations Conference (MILOPS 24) in Manila, Philippines on Aug. 30, 2024. ...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Visits the Philippines for MILOPS, MDB-SEB
From right to left, Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, Ambassador Marykay Carlson, U.S. ambassador to the Philippines, Gilberto C. Teodoro Jr., Secretary of National Defense of Philippines, and Gen. Romeo S. Brawner Jr., Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, participate in a panel discussion during the 35th annual International Military Law and Operations Conference in the Philippines, Aug. 27. Hosted by USINDOPACOM and the Philippine Department of National Defense, MILOPS provides an opportunity for participants to strengthen partnerships, engage with leading experts, and reaffirm shared commitment to international law, including respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity. 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 Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John D. Bellino)
Aug. 30, 2024 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited the Philippines from August 26-30, marking his first trip to the country in his current role. ...
35th Indo-Pacific International Military Law and Operations Conference Commences
MANILA, Philippines– Senior military and defense leaders from 29 nations and representatives from international organizations are gathering in Manila, Philippines to attend U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s 35th annual International Military Law and Operations Conference (MILOPS 24) from Aug. 27-30.
Aug. 28, 2024 - Senior military and defense leaders from 29 nations and representatives from international organizations are gathering in Manila, Philippines to attend U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s 35th annual International Military Law and...
2024 Tri-Command Women, Peace and Security Symposium at Camp Humphreys
U.S. Forces Korea hosted its second Tri-Command Women, Peace, and Security Symposium, at U.S. Army Garrison Humphreys, July 9-10. The theme for the 2024 symposium was Operationalizing WPS for the warfighter: Using WPS to Help Fight and Win. The team’s goal this year was to continue promoting the meaningful contributions of women in the defense and security sectors on the Korean Peninsula while working toward initial operational capability for USFK’s WPS program.
Aug. 22, 2024 - The United States Forces Korea hosted the Tri-Command Women, Peace and Security Symposium on July 9-10, 2024, at Camp Humphreys in the Republic of Korea...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Visits HIANG 154th Force Support Squadron
Guardsmen from Hawai'i Air National Guard’s 154th Force Support Squadron attend a question-and-answer session with Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawai'i, on Aug. 12, 2024. Paparo toured facilities and received capability demonstrations that underscored the importance of stewardship, people-to-people ties through community, and the critical role of the HIANG in providing agile support to help defend the homeland, bolster relationships, and promote peace throughout the region. 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)
Aug. 14, 2024 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited Hawai'i Air National Guard service members from the 154th Force Support Squadron on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawai'i, on Aug. 12, 2024. ...
Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity Joint Statement
Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity Joint Statement
Aug. 6, 2024 - Multilateral Maritime Cooperative Activity Joint Statement...
NROTC Midshipmen support INDOPACOM and NIWCPAC innovation
U.S. Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps midshipmen gather with U.S. Indo-Pacific Command and Navy Information Warfare Command-Pacific personnel for a group photo at USINDOPACOM headquarters on Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii, Aug. 2, 2024. The ROTC Cadet Training Success Program allows midshipmen to gain real-world experience and build technical skills under the mentorship of INDOPACOM and NIWC-Pacific engineers prior to entering the fleet as active duty service members. 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)
Aug. 2, 2024 - U.S. Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps midshipmen enhance innovation partnership between U.S. Indo-Pacific Command and Navy Information Warfare Command-Pacific...
German Defence Minister visits U.S. Indo-Pacific Command
Aug. 1, 2024 - German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius visited U.S. Indo-Pacific Command at Camp H.M. Smith, participating in an honors ceremony and official briefings during his travels to Honolulu, July 30-31, 2024...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s PMTEC is changing how the Joint and Coalition force conducts training
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July 31, 2024 - U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s Pacific Multi-Domain Training and Experimentation Capability Program Office achieved several milestones while supporting Valiant Shield 2024 in Guam, June 9-16. ...
U.S. Embassy Koror and Indo-Pacific Command Strengthens Palau Law Enforcement Capabilities Through Narcotics Investigations Course
Narcotics Investigation Course group photo. U.S. Embassy Koror and Indo-Pacific Command Strengthens Palau Law Enforcement Capabilities Through Narcotics Investigations Course
July 30, 2024 - A week-long Narcotics Investigations Course concluded on May 3, 2024, in Koror, Palau...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Travels to Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands  
From left, Saipan Gov. Arnold I. Placios, Rear Adm. Greg Huffman, commander, Joint Task Force – Micronesia, Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, and Lt. Gov. David M. Apata take a photo during USINDOPACOM’s visit to the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands on July 20, 2024. Paparo was joined by Huffman, Rear Adm. Brent DeVore, commander, Joint Region Marianas, and Fleet Master Chief David Isom, USINDOPACOM command senior enlisted leader, emphasizing personal relationships and the enduring obligations to the people of CNMI, which is part of the U.S. homeland and under U.S. legal and defense protections. 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)
July 21, 2024 - SAIPAN, Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands — Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited Saipan and Tinian in the Commonwealth of Northern Mariana Islands on July 20, 2024, where he met with...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander leads U.S. Interagency Delegation to Papua New Guinea
Papua New Guinea’s Deputy Prime Minister John Rosso (left) meets with Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (right), in Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea on July 15, 2024. Paparo reiterated U.S. commitment to the country through new and sustained initiatives in a whole-of-government approach, leading a interagency delegation that included Dr. Mira Rapp-Hooper, special assistant to the president and National Security Council senior director for East Asia and Oceania; Daniel Krittenbrink, Department of State assistant secretary for the bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs; Michael Schiffer, U.S. Agency for International Development assistant administrator of the bureau for Asia; and Anka Lee, deputy assistant secretary of defense for East Asia, joined by U.S. Ambassador to Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, and the Republic of Vanuatu Ann Marie Yastishock, to highlight the strategic partnership between the U.S. and Papua New Guinea based on shared history and values. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Shannon M. Smith)
July 16, 2024 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, led an interagency delegation to Papua New Guinea from July 14-16, 2024, where he met with senior military and government officials and reiterated U.S. commitment...
USINDOPACOM hosts Republic of Korea President Yoon Suk Yeol
Republic of Korea President Yoon Suk Yeol speaks during all-hands assembly at U.S. Indo-Pacific Command headquarters on Camp H.M. Smith in Aiea, Hawaii on July 9, 2024. The visit to USINDOPACOM was one of several engagements with Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of USINDOPACOM, demonstrating the deep friendship between the two countries and reaffirming the U.S. ironclad commitment to the U.S.-ROK Alliance established in 1953. 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 Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Bellino)
July 10, 2024 - Republic of Korea President Yoon Suk Yeol visited U.S. Indo-Pacific Command at Camp H.M. Smith during his visit to Honolulu, July 8-9, 2024...
A Global Approach to Blood Capabilities: Insights from the USINDOPACOM Inaugural Allies and Partners Blood Summit 2024
Delegates from 20 organizations, representing seven allied and partner nations, gather for a group photo during the inaugural U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Allies and Partners Blood Summit in Honolulu, June 4-6, 2024. The summit fostered collaboration and synergy in the field of international security and blood capabilities.
July 9, 2024 - U.S. Indo-Pacific Command held an inaugural Allies and Partners Blood Summit in Honolulu, June 4-6, 2024...
Juneteenth Remembrance Ceremony and Award Luncheon
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command hosted a Juneteenth Remembrance Ceremony and Award Luncheon on June 18 to recognize more than 30 service members and civilians for “Excellence in Communication and Information Sharing to Support a Free and Open Indo-Pacific Region.”
June 18, 2024 - U.S. Indo-Pacific Command hosted a Juneteenth Remembrance Ceremony and Award Luncheon on June 18 to recognize more than 30 service members and civilians for “Excellence in Communication and Information Sharing to Support a...
Strengthening Military-Civilian Relations and Partnerships on Global Health Security
Australian Rear Adm. Sonya Bennett, Australian Defence Force surgeon general, right, and U.S. Navy Capt. Jeffrey Bitterman, command surgeon at U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, right, sign the Indo-Pacific health security alliance Terms of Reference at the Military Civilian Health Security Summit co-hosted by the Australian Defence Force and U.S. Indo-Pacific Command in Sydney, June 17, 2024. Established in 2018, the MCHSS symbolizes a unified commitment to address global health security challenges and provides an opportunity for participants to share valuable insights and enhance regional readiness by improving coordination and collaboration between military and civilian entities. USINDOPACOM is committed to enhancing stability in the Indo-Pacific region by promoting security cooperation, encouraging peaceful development, responding to contingencies and deterring aggression. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Austin Riel)
June 17, 2024 - The Australian Defence Force and U.S. Indo-Pacific Command co-hosted the Military Civilian Health Security Summit in Sydney, June 16-17, bringing together 23 Indo-Pacific partner nations, international organizations, NGOs and...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Travels to Indonesia
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, conducts an inspection with Vice Adm. Erwin S. Aldedharma, Deputy Chief of Staff of the Indonesian Navy, during his first official visit to Indonesia as USINDOPACOM commander, June 13, 2024. The U.S. and Indonesia share a deep and enduring strategic partnership, anchored in shared values of democracy and a commitment to the rules-based international order. 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 Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Bellino)
June 14, 2024 - JAKARTA, Indonesia — Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited Indonesia June 11-14, to meet with senior military and government officials as the two nations celebrate the 75th anniversary of...
Joint Task Force Micronesia Holds Assumption of Command Ceremony
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. During the ceremony, Rear Adm. Gregory C. Huffman assumed command, and will serve as the first two-star admiral in the area in over 70 years. The establishment of Joint Task Force – Micronesia reflects the commitment of Department of Defense to support our pacing challenge throughout the region and bolster homeland defense.
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...
ASD(A) Cyber Warfare and U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Convene Workshop to Discuss Cyber Challenges Faced to Safeguard Critical Infrastructure
June 10, 2024 - From April 16-18, 2024, more than 90 experts in the fields of cybersecurity and operational technology throughout the Indo-Pacific region gathered to analyze and discuss the cybersecurity challenges of critical infrastructure...
USINDOPACOM Commander Travels to Singapore, Attends Shangri-La Dialogue
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, second from left, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, speaks during a Shangri-La Dialogue panel, “Deterrence and Reassurance in the Asia-Pacific,” with senior leaders from France, the Netherlands and the People’s Republic of China, in Singapore, May 31, 2024. The Shangri-La Dialogue, hosted by the International Institute for Strategic Studies, is a defense summit focused on the Asia-Pacific region where ministers and representatives gather to discuss pressing security challenges and engage in bilateral talks. USINDOPACOM is committed to enhancing stability in the Asia-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 Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Bellino)
June 4, 2024 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited Singapore from May 30 - June 4, 2024, where he met with senior military and government officials and participated in the Shangri-La Dialogue...
USINDOPACOM Commander Travels to the Republic of Korea
Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM), visited the Republic of Korea (ROK) from May 29-30, 2024, reaffirming the United States ironclad commitment to the U.S.-ROK Alliance. This trip marked Paparo’s first visit to the country as the USINDOPACOM commander. (Courtesy photo)
May 30, 2024 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM), visited the Republic of Korea (ROK) from May 29-30, 2024, reaffirming the United States ironclad commitment to the U.S.-ROK Alliance. This trip...
USINDOPACOM Commander Travels to Japan
From left, Japan Ground Self-Defence Force General Yoshihide Yoshida, JGSDF chief of staff, a JGSDF honor guardsman, and Adm. Samuel Paparo, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command commander, walk during an honor guard ceremony at the Ministry of Defense in Tokyo, Japan, May 29, 2024. Paparo visited the Japanese prime minister, defense minister, foreign minister, and other Government of Japan officials as part of his first visit to the country since becoming commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific command. 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. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Jarrett Smith)
May 30, 2024 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM), visited Japan from May 27-29, 2024 for the first time since assuming command earlier this month...
USINDOPACOM PMTEC Commercial Industry Day
240517-N-ZZ099-1011 (17 MAY 2024) U.S. Indo-Pacific Command 's Pacific Multi-Domain Training Experimentation Capability (PMTEC) program office, led by Dr. Andre Stridiron recently hosted an Industry Engagement event which drew over 160 representatives from nearly 60 companies in attendance.
May 23, 2024 - U.S. Indo-Pacific Command 's Pacific Multi-Domain Training Experimentation Capability (PMTEC) program office, led by Dr. Andre Stridiron recently hosted an Industry Engagement event which drew over 160 representatives from...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Holds Change of Command Ceremony
Adm. John Aquilino, right, outgoing commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, and Adm. Samuel Paparo, incoming commander of USINDOPACOM exchange salutes during the USINDOPACOM change of command ceremony on Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam, May 3. During the ceremony, Paparo assumed command from Aquilino, who retired with 40 years of service in the Navy. 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 Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John Bellino)
May 3, 2024 - Adm. Samuel J. Paparo assumed command of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command from Adm. John C. Aquilino during a change of command ceremony May 3, 2024...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Hosts Virtual Chiefs of Defense Meeting
Adm. John C. Aquilino, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, hosts a virtual Chiefs of Defense meeting at the USINDOPACOM headquarters in Hawaii to strengthen military-to-military relationships, discuss common security issues and foster regional cooperation, April 29, 2024. Senior military leaders from 27 countries met virtually and reviewed the progress of agreed upon objectives. 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. Army photo by Sgt. Austin Riel)
April 29, 2024 - Adm. John C. Aquilino, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, hosted a virtual Chiefs of Defense meeting at the USINDOPACOM headquarters in Hawaii to strengthen military-to-military relationships, discuss common security...
Adm. John C. Aquilino, Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, Fireside Chat with Dr. Michael Fullilove, Lowy Institute Executive Director
Adm. John C. Aquilino, commander, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, speaks with Michael Fullilove, Executive Director at the Lowy Institute in Sydney on April 9, 2024. The engagement was part of a trip to Australia focused on increasing cooperation and military integration as part of the strong bilateral relationship. 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 Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John D. Bellino)
April 24, 2024 - USINDOPACOM Commander Adm. John C. Aquilino spoke with Dr. Michael Fullilove, Lowy Institute Executive Director, during a regional travel engagement...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Travels to Japan
Adm. John C. Aquilino, right, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, inspects the Japan ground self defense force special honor guard with Japanese Chief of Staff, Japan Joint Staff, Gen. Yoshihide Yoshida during a visit to Tokyo, April 22, 2024. The visit included exchanges on regional security and mutual partnership, further developing the strategic partnership with Japan codified in the 1960 U.S.-Japan Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security. 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 Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class John D. Bellino)
April 23, 2024 - Adm. John C. Aquilino, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited Japan from April 21-23, 2024. This was Aquilino’s final overseas engagement with partners and Allies as commander of USINDOPACOM. Aquilino will be...
USINDOPACOM Statement on DPRK Missile Launch
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April 1, 2024 - We are aware of the DPRK’s ballistic missile launch and are consulting closely with the Republic of Korea and Japan, as well as other regional allies and partners...
U.S., Thailand hold Annual Senior Leader Dialogue at USINDOPACOM Headquarters
Adm. John C. Aquilino, commander, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, hosts Gen. Songwit Noonpakdee, Royal Thai Armed Forces (RTARF) Chief of Defence, at USINDOPACOM headquarters, Camp H.M. Smith in Honolulu on March 27, 2024. The visit was a part of the annual U.S.-Thailand Senior Leader Dialogue (SLD), which included exchanges on regional security and expanded the scope and complexity of the strong U.S.-Thai relationship, which dates back to 1833. 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 Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Randi Brown)
March 29, 2024 - Adm. John C. Aquilino, Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, hosted a delegation led by Gen. Songwit Noonpackdee, Royal Thai Armed Forces (RTARF) Chief of Defence, for the annual U.S.-Thailand Senior Leader Dialogue (SLD)...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Travels to the Philippines
Gen. Romeo Brawner, Jr., Armed Forces of the Philippines Chief of Staff (right), and Adm. John C. Aquilino, Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, participate in an honors ceremony at Camp Aguinaldo, Manila, Philippines, on March 12, 2024. The visit included exchanges on regional security and mutual partnership, further developing the strategic partnership with the Philippines codified in the 1951 U.S.-Philippines Mutual Defense Treaty. 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)
March 13, 2024 - Adm. John C. Aquilino, Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited the Philippines March 10-14, 2024, where he met with Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and Armed Forces of the Philippines Chief of Staff Gen...
READOUT: Ninth Multilateral Maritime Virtual Key Leadership Engagement
Jan. 30, 2024 - U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander Adm. Samuel Paparo hosted the Ninth Multilateral Maritime Virtual Key Leadership Engagement from Washington, D.C., on Jan. 24, 2024...
USINDOPACOM Statement on Unprofessional Intercept of U.S. Aircraft over South China Sea
May 30, 2023 - A People's Republic of China J-16 fighter pilot performed an unnecessarily aggressive maneuver during the intercept of a U.S. Air Force RC-135 aircraft, May 26, 2023...
U.S. Indo-Pacific Commander Travels to Thailand, Attends Opening of Cobra Gold Exercise
Adm. Chris Aquilino, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, addresses the audience alongside leaders and representatives from participating nations during the opening ceremony of Exercise Cobra Gold 2023 at Utapao International Airport, Ban Chang district, Rayong province, Kingdom of Thailand, Feb. 28, 2023. Cobra Gold, now in its 42nd year, is a Thai-U.S. co-sponsored training event that builds on the longstanding friendship between the two allied nations and brings together a robust multinational force to promote regional peace and security in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Abrey Liggins)
Feb. 28, 2023 - Adm. John C. Aquilino, Commander U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, traveled to Thailand Feb. 27-28, 2023 to demonstrate the strength of the U.S.-Thailand alliance and U.S. commitment to the Indo-Pacific region.  During his visit,...
USINDOPACOM Statement on Unsafe Intercept of U.S. aircraft over South China Sea
Dec. 29, 2022 - On Dec. 21 (China Standard Time), a People’s Liberation Army - Navy J-11 fighter pilot performed an unsafe maneuver during an intercept of a U.S. Air Force RC-135 aircraft, which was lawfully conducting routine operations...
USINDOPACOM Celebrates 75th Anniversary
CAMP H. M. SMITH, Hawaii (Dec. 13, 2022) Retired Adm. Thomas B. Fargo, former Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command from May 2002 to Feb. 2005, speaks at a panel discussion during the USINDOPACOM Commander’s Summit. Adm. John C. Aquilino, current USINDOPACOM Commander, invited former Commanders to discuss lessons learned since their tenure and to celebrate the command’s 75th anniversary. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Anthony J. Rivera)
Dec. 19, 2022 - CAMP H.M. SMITH, Hawaii - This year, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command celebrates its 75th anniversary. Established on Jan. 1, 1947, USINDOPACOM is the oldest and largest U.S. geographic combatant command and is responsible for all...
U.S. INDOPACOM HOSTS VIRTUAL INDO-PACIFIC CHIEFS OF DEFENSE MEETING
Dec. 2, 2022 - Adm. John C. Aquilino, Commander, U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, hosted a virtual meeting Nov. 30, with the Indo-Pacific Chiefs of Defense to continue discussions on challenges, opportunities, and security issues in the...
Readout from the U.S. Pacific Command-Japan Joint Staff Bilateral Conference
CAMP SMITH, Hawaii (Oct. 11, 2017) — Commander, U.S. Pacific Command (PACOM), Adm. Harry Harris, center, hosted Japan Self-Defense Force (JSDF) Chief of Staff, Adm. Katsutoshi Kawano, center-left, for a Joint Senior Leaders Seminar to discuss the current security environment in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region and the future of U.S.-Japan defense cooperation. They reaffirmed that the PACOM and JSDF will continue to cooperate closely in order to deal with the threat of North Korea ballistic missile and nuclear capabilities. They also agreed to continue to encourage all nations in the region to play a responsible role in regional stability, to adhere to international laws and norms of behavior, and to peacefully resolve disputes. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Robin W. Peak)
Oct. 12, 2017 - U.S. Pacific Command spokeswoman Maj. Cassandra Gesecki provided the following readout: On Wednesday Oct. 11, Commander, U.S. Pacific Command (PACOM) Adm. Harry Harris hosted Japan Self-Defense Force Chief of Staff, Joint...
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