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U.S. Indo-Pacific Command has a new leader
The combatant command oversees more than 380,000 U.S troops and civilians and is at the center of American efforts to counter China's military ascent.
US Air Force logistics officer talks basing, drones in the Pacific
"We learned a lot of skills that were multi-capable back in the late 1980s that we are now dusting off."
How the Osprey grounding affected a Marine unit in the Indo-Pacific
Without Ospreys, the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit can still carry out its missions, according to its commander. But it has made things harder.
New in 2024: Marines start moving from Japan to new base on Guam
In 2024, the United States and Japan plan to spend more than $1 billion on construction at Camp Blaz, Guam.
US Indo-Pacific commander ‘concerned’ about China-Russia military ties
Adm. John C. Aquilino said he is “very concerned” about increased joint military actions by China and Russia in the region.
Marine Corps looks at ocean glider for rapid resupply to fight China
With speeds of 180 miles per hour, the seaglider could fill a known gap in the Marines’ high-speed logistics mission in the Pacific.
China more than doubled its nuclear arsenal since 2020, Pentagon says
The stockpile is growing faster than expected, said a senior defense official
USS Carl Vinson departs San Diego for Indo-Pacific operations
The Navy declined to say when the carrier departed San Diego.
By Diana Stancy
Marine unit in Japan soon adopting ‘littoral’ name amid force changes
Despite the name, the 12th Marine Littoral Regiment will be only the second regiment of its kind.
USNS Mercy heads to Indo-Pacific for annual humanitarian mission
Pacific Partnership is the largest annual multilateral disaster response preparedness mission.
By Diana Stancy