CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: This month Australia, the U.K. and the U.S. all members of the AUKUS trilateral partnership participated in "Maritime Big Play," a series of integrated experiments and exercises held in the Indo-Pacific region, meant to enhance capability development and improve interoperability between the partners. As part of the experiments and exercises, the AUKUS partners tested and refined the  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 (TNSres) -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics issued the following document from Economics Daily: * * * The national hires rate was 3.3 percent in August 2024, with the total number of hires at 5.3 million. Alaska was among the states with the highest hires rate, at 5.0 percent, followed by Florida, Idaho, and Oklahoma (4.4 percent each). California was among those with the most hires, at 511,000, followed by Texas (464,000), and Florida (442,000).   more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: PHILIPPINES Brig. Gen. Robert G. Born, deputy commanding general of maneuver for the 1st Cavalry Division, attended the 80th anniversary of the Leyte Landing celebration in Palo, Leyte, Philippines, on Oct. 20, 2024. The event commemorated the historic Leyte Landing on Oct. 20, 1944, which liberated the Philippines from Japanese occupation during World War II. "Th  more

HONOLULU, Hawaii, Oct. 22 -- The U.S. Pacific Air Forces issued the following news: By Tech. Sgt. Nick Z. Erwin, Secretary of the Air Force Public Affairs ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) -- Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi traveled across the Indo-Pacific area of responsibility to engage key allies and partners amidst a dynamic and evolving security environment Oct. 10-18. The trip also offered the senior leaders a firsthand look at the progr  more

HONOLULU, Hawaii, Oct. 22 -- The U.S. Pacific Air Forces issued the following news: By Capt Alexandra Buckley, 673 ABW/PA JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska -- Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Flosi visited Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, October 17, 2024. During their visit they met with Airmen and joint force partners to discuss the strategic importance of the Arctic mission, as well as JBER's unique makeup with three tota  more

HONOLULU, Hawaii, Oct. 22 -- The U.S. Pacific Air Forces issued the following news: By Master Sgt. Rachelle Coleman, Seventh Air Force Public Affairs OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea -- U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin met with Republic of Korea Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Lee, Youngsu at the ROKAF Headquarters in Gyeryongdae, Oct. 17, as part of a weeklong visit to the region. The Air Chiefs discussed the current strategic environment and ways their two services can integrat  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: In a significant development for maritime security, the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom (AUKUS) have completed successful tests of several autonomous and networked systems during a three-week maritime experimentation called Autonomous Warrior 24 in Australia. The event was part of the Maritime Big Play (MBP) initiative and ongoing efforts to develop AUKUS Pillar II ca  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III confirmed there are North Korean troops in Russia, but it is unclear if they are preparing to become a co-belligerent in Russia's war on Ukraine. "We are seeing evidence that there are North Korean troops that have gone to ... Russia," Austin told reporters in Rome. "What exactly they are doing is left to be seen. These are things that we nee  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii The U.S. Navy marks an impressive milestone this month the 249th anniversary of its founding. As we celebrate our rich naval history, Navy and civilian personnel in Hawaii reflect on their role as members of the island community. Many consider it a privilege to call Hawaii home and seek every opportunity to show how much they   more

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii, Oct. 24 -- The Commander of the Hawaii Navy Region issued the following news: JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - The U.S. Navy marks an impressive milestone this month - the 249th anniversary of its founding. As we celebrate our rich naval history, Navy and civilian personnel in Hawaii reflect on their role as members of the island community. Many consider it a privilege to call Hawaii home and seek every opportunity to show how much they treasure this place. Their  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: OSAN AIR BASE, GYEONGGIDO [KYONGGI-DO], South Korea U.S. Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin met with Republic of Korea Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Lee, Youngsu at the ROKAF Headquarters in Gyeryongdae, Oct. 17, as part of a weeklong visit to the region. The Air Chiefs discussed the current strategic environment and ways their two services can integrate ev  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: The following statement can be attributed to Ms. Madeline Mortelmans who is currently performing the duties of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Strategy, Plans and Capabilities. Her office is lead for both pillars of AUKUS within the department and is in close partnership with all of the DOD stakeholders. "Secretary Austin has said several times in the past that our alliances a  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: PACIFIC OCEAN A U.S. F-35 Lightning II aircraft landed aboard Japan's Izumo-class multi-functional destroyer JS Kaga (DDH-184) for the first time Oct. 20 off the southern coast of California to begin developmental test aboard the allies' largest ship. Royal Navy Lt. Cmdr. Nick Baker, a test pilot with the F-35 Patuxent River Integrated Test Force (Pax ITF), flew a   more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: OSAN AIR BASE, Korea 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 intelligence briefing. The session was led by Maj. Ryan Workman, Military Intelligence Officer, and Capt. April Dybal, com  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: SASEBO, NAGASAKI, Japan Units from the Japan Self-Defense Forces (JSDF) and U.S. military are conducting exercise Keen Sword 25 from Oct. 23 to Nov. 1, 2024, at various locations across Japan. Keen Sword is the latest in a series of joint-bilateral field training exercises designed to increase combat readiness and interoperability of JSDF and U.S. forces. The U.S.-  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: OSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea The 25th Fighter Squadron hosted two units from the Republic of Korea Air Force 8th Fighter Wing for Buddy Squadron 25-1 at Osan Air Base, ROK, Oct. 15-17, 2024. Unique to the ROK, Buddy Squadron is a tradition between the ROKAF and U.S. Air Force that started in the late 1990s and has grown over time. It is an opportunity to allow   more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 19 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: SUBIC BAY, Philippines As part of the eighth iteration of Exercise Sama Sama 2024, Military Sealift Command (MSC) Far East participated in refueling-at-sea familiarization training aboard the Philippine Navy (PN) frigate BRP Jose Rizal (FF 150), at Subic Bay, Philippines, Oct. 8-9. "MSC Far East makes sure every U.S. military ship in the Indo-Pacific region is able  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The Navy Installations Command issued the following news: From Donald W. Randall, Navy Region Hawaii Public Affairs JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) is the liaison between the military and civil authorities during times of crisis. DSCA facilitates the support of U.S. military assets and personnel to assist civil authorities should a crisis occur that local or state authorities can no longer manage. One of more than 30   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 -- The Navy Installations Command issued the following news: From Kyler Hood, Navy Region Hawaii Public Affairs JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - This fall, the Navy will begin the first large scale removal of invasive octocorals in Pearl Harbor that pose a threat to the local marine ecosystem. The two species of octocorals that were first discovered near Bishop Point are not native to Hawaii but are known to be popular with aquarium enthusiasts. They are also illega  more

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii, Oct. 25 -- The Commander of the Hawaii Navy Region issued the following news: From Kyler Hood, Navy Region Hawaii Public Affairs JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - This fall, the Navy will begin the first large scale removal of invasive octocorals in Pearl Harbor that pose a threat to the local marine ecosystem. The two species of octocorals that were first discovered near Bishop Point are not native to Hawaii but are known to be popular with aquarium enthusiasts. T  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: PORT HUENEME, California Among the flurry of fleet activities in the recent Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise in Hawaii was a milestone that Naval Surface Warfare Center, Port Hueneme Division (NSWC PHD) spearheaded the first demonstration firing of a Naval Strike Missile (NSM) from a U.S. Navy destroyer. Working under a compressed timeline, NSWC PHD and its par  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 21 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: Camp Humphreys, South Korea Without logistics, the Army can't move, eat, or fight! Our readiness hinges on the dedicated work of logisticians and sustainers, ensuring we're prepared to Fight Tonight. From October 16th to 18th, Foxtrot Company of the 6-52 Air Defense Artillery Battalion carried out a field training exercise known as Operation Reload. This exercise fo  more

HONOLULU, Hawaii, Oct. 22 -- The U.S. Pacific Air Forces issued the following news: By Staff Sgt. Wren Fiontar, Pacific Air Forces Public Affairs JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii -- Royal Australian Air Force Air Vice Marshal Carl Newman, Pacific Air Forces deputy commander, met with Kuhio Lewis, the Chief Executive Officer from the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement (CNHA), for talks on developing relationships and fostering cultural understanding between the military and the Nativ  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- The U.S. Marine Corps issued the following official news: By Lance Cpl. Matthew Benfield, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific HONOLULU, Hawaii -- On June 16, 2023, U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Sean Olson, administrative clerk, Headquarters and Service Battalion, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, went to China Walls, a favorite cliff-jumping spot on Oahu's coast. The cliffs, known for their stunning ocean views and crystal-clear waters, regularly draws crowds seeking both thrill  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: PALAWAN PROVINCE, Philippines U.S. Marines from Battalion Landing Team 1/5, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, shared new technologies and tactics for small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) and counter-UAS during training with the Philippine Marine Corps' 3rd Marine Brigade at Tarumpitao Point, Palawan, Philippines, Oct. 17-21. The training, part of Exercise KAMANDAG   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 25 -- The Navy Installations Command issued the following news: From Kyler Hood, Navy Region Hawaii Public Affairs JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - Rear Adm. Ryan K. Mahelona's middle name is Keali'ipono. It means "righteous chief" in Hawaiian, and this month, it holds even more significance for him. Mahelona was recently promoted to Rear Admiral, Lower Half, becoming only the third Native Hawaiian to achieve the rank. He follows in the footsteps of Adm. Gordon Paiea   more

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii, Oct. 26 -- The Commander of the Hawaii Navy Region issued the following news: From Kyler Hood, Navy Region Hawaii Public Affairs JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - Rear Adm. Ryan K. Mahelona's middle name is Keali'ipono. It means "righteous chief" in Hawaiian, and this month, it holds even more significance for him. Mahelona was recently promoted to Rear Admiral, Lower Half, becoming only the third Native Hawaiian to achieve the rank. He follows in the footsteps of  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: OKINAWA, Japan Lt. Gen. James Glynn, commander U.S Marine Corps Forces Pacific, joined Lt. Gen. Roger Turner, III Marine Expeditionary Force commanding general, during a recent trip to Japan Ground Self-Defense Force Camp Ishigaki, Okinawa, Japan October 23, 2024. During the visit, Glynn and Turner met with Marines from the 12th Marine Littoral Regiment, 3rd Marine  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: KUNSAN AIR BASE, Republic of Korea Kunsan Air Base hosted its first "cross-servicing" demonstration to showcase interoperability between U.S. Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force personnel on October 18, 2024. The purpose of cross-servicing training is to equip the U.S. and ROK Air Forces with the capability to receive each services' jets, service them, and se  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 26 -- The Navy Installations Command issued the following news: From Kyler Hood, Navy Region Hawaii Public Affairs JOINT BASE PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM, Hawaii - In August, more than 4,000 active duty and reserve Sailors were selected for advancement to the rank of chief petty officer (CPO). For 131 years, this special role has granted responsibilities and privileges that no other armed force in the world grants to enlisted personnel. Chiefs provide guidance to Sailors and junior of  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 20 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: TAIWAN STRAIT The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Higgins (DDG 76) and Royal Canadian Navy Halifax-class frigate HMCS Vancouver (FFH 331) conducted a routine Taiwan Strait transit on Oct. 20 (local time) through waters where high-seas freedom of navigation and overflight apply in accordance with international law. The ship transited through a high s  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: SANTA RITA, Guam U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Team Guam and Korea Coast Guard (KCG) crews completed a successful week-long visit to Guam from Oct. 7 to 11, 2024, marked by shared exercises, subject matter expert (SME) exchanges, and a cultural "sports day" aimed at enhancing collaboration and fostering camaraderie between the two forces. The visit, which involved the tr  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: HONOLULU, Hawaii 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 pot  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: OKINAWA, Japan III Marine Expeditionary Force Marines and Sailors will participate in exercise Keen Sword 25, a joint-bilateral biennial exercise, alongside the Japan Self-Defense Force from October 23 through November 1, 2024, throughout Japan. Keen Sword 25 is a field training exercise designed to enhance U.S.-Japan readiness and interoperability while strengthen  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: STRAIT OF MALACCA The U.S. Navy (USN) and Royal Australian Navy (RAN) conducted bilateral operations in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific in the Strait of Malacca, Oct. 20-23. Participating ships included the USN Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105) and the RAN Anzac-class frigate HMAS Stuart (FFH 153). The two ships took part in e  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: CAMP H.M. SMITH, Hawaii 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. Heine met with Adm. Samuel J. Paparo, commander, USINDOPACOM, to discuss the security environment, environmental concerns, and mutual defense priorities, reflecting the strong and historic cooperati  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: SAN DIEGO The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) departed the San Diego area for routine operations Oct. 8, beginning its transit to Yokosuka, Japan. George Washington assumed the role of the U.S. Navy's only forward-deployed carrier, replacing USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76), which operated out of Yokosuka for nearly nine years before departi  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: SAN DIEGO Amphibious dock landing ship USS Harpers Ferry (LSD 49) returned to homeport in San Diego, following a seven-month deployment in the U.S. 7th and 3rd Fleet areas of operations with embarked elements of the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU), Oct. 18, 2024. Carrying over 700 Sailors and embarked Marines, Harpers Ferry participated in multiple, multi-nati  more

HONOLULU, Hawaii, Oct. 24 -- The U.S. Pacific Air Forces issued the following news: By Matthew Olay, DOD News The commander of United States Space Forces Indo-Pacific today discussed the importance of working with regional allies in order to deter adversaries and maintain a rules-based international order. While participating in a morning conversation about the Space Force at the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies just outside of Washington, Space Force Brig. Gen. Anthony J. Mastalir sa  more

CAMP SMITH, Hawaii, Oct. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Indo-Pacific Command issued the following news: DONGDUCHEON, South Korea Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC), U.S. Army Garrison Yongsan-Casey recently held a four-day Field Training Exercise (FTX), from Oct. 15-18, covering land navigation, first aid training, weapons qualification tests, a six-mile ruck march, and more. FTXs are vital for maintaining the readiness and effectiveness of military units. T  more