The Marine Corps’ new commandant came to Okinawa, Japan, March 24-26 to talk with Marines across the island.Gen. Joseph F. Dunford, the commandant of the Marine Corps, wanted to make sure the Marines here know what his expectations are for the present and future of the Corps. “My priorities are to...

Defense Secretary Ash Carter met with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe today in Tokyo in advance of the prime minister's visit to Washington later this month, according to a Defense Department statement issued today. The two leaders reaffirmed the strength of the U.S.-Japan alliance and the...

The Marine Corps marked its return of 124 acres of land to the Government of Japan during a ceremony April 4, in Ginowan City, Okinawa, Japan.The West Futenma Housing Area, formerly home to military families, has been vacant since 2008 and was officially turned over to the GoJ March 31.The turn-over...

Entering its eighth year, PACANGEL ensures the region's militaries are preparedto work together to address humanitarian crises. Since 2007, PACANGEL operationshave improved the lives of tens of thousands of people."Providinghumanitarian assistance is an important part of our United States...

Commander, Submarine Group (COMSUBGRU) 7 conducted bilateral talks with the Republic of Korea Navy (ROKN) March 31 - April 2 at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.The 41st Submarine Warfare Committee Meeting (SWCM) brought together representatives from the U.S. and ROK navies.Rear Adm. William R. Merz, commander,...