International Military Collaboration

Service members from different nations participate in discussions and training exercises, enhancing collaboration, tactics, and interoperability through shared military operations.

Maj. Gen. Naonobu Koyama, commander of the 2nd Anti-Aircraft Artillery Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, and Col. Neal J. Lape, commander of 38th Air Defense Artillery Brigade view a demonstration of the Japanese-developed surface-to-air missile system Kin-SAM during Orient Shield 22 at Camp Fukuoka, Japan, Aug. 27, 2022. Orient Shield 22 is the largest U.S. Army and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force bilateral field training exercise being executed in various locations throughout Japan to enhance interoperability and test and refine multi-domain and cross-domain operations.

111212-A-TF780-017LA UNION, El Salvador (December 12, 2011) Sgt. Mark Miller, assigned to the Marine detachment embarked aboard High Speed Vessel (HSV 2) Swift, observes a Salvadoran Marine as he uses the "compass to cheek" method during a land navigation class review in the Plaza De Armas training area. The Marines are supporting Southern Partnership Station 2012, an annual deployment of U.S naval assets in the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility.

Japan Ground Self Defense Force Maj. Ide, right, 2nd Amphibious Rapid Deployment Regiment, speaks with U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Aaron Davidson, left, the fire support coordinator with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, during a staff exercise, part of Iron Fist 24, on Camp Ainoura, Sasebo, Japan, Feb. 26, 2024. The staff exercise prepared both armed forces for collaborative training and operations. Iron Fist is an annual bilateral exercise designed to increase interoperability and strengthen the relationships between the U.S. Marine Corps, the U.S. Navy, the Japanese Ground Self Defense Force, and the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force. Marine Corps

U.S. Army Soldiers assigned to the 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne), Utah Army National Guard, and Soldiers from the Royal Moroccan Army train together in a Combined Joint Special Operations Task Force operations center as part of exercise African Lion 2022. AL22 is U.S. Africa Command's largest, premier, joint, combined annual exercise hosted by Morocco, Ghana, Senegal, and Tunisia, June 6 - 30. More than 7,500 participants from 28 nations and NATO train together with a focus on enhancing readiness for U.S. and partner-nation forces. AL22 is a joint all-domain, multi-component, and multinational exercise, employing a full array of mission capabilities with the goal to strengthen interoperability among participants and set the theater for strategic access.

U.S. Marines with 3rd Force Reconnaissance Company, 4th Marine Division, Marine Forces Reserve, in support of Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force UNITAS LXIII, discuss parachute operations with Brazilian Marines after talking over flight procedures in São Pedro da Aldeia, Brazil, during exercise UNITAS LXIII, Sept. 4, 2022. U.S. Marines and Brazilian Marines used this time to convey communication procedures and safety actions before flights began. UNITAS develops and sustains relationships that improve the capacity of our reemerging and enduring maritime partners to achieve common objectives. Additionally, the military-to-military exchanges foster friendly, mutual cooperation and understanding among participating navies and marine corps.

Philippine Marines with the 3rd Marine Brigade discuss tactics during a bilateral call-for-fire exchange conducted with U.S. Marines assigned to the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit during KAMANDAG 6 on Marine Base Rodolfo Punsalang, Palawan, Philippines, Oct. 7, 2022. KAMANDAG is an annual bilateral training exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. Military designed to strengthen interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences.

221019-N-PC620-0032REYNOSA, Mexico (Oct. 19, 2022) U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Marcia McNeill, assigned to the 2nd General Support Aviation Battalion, 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade, 3rd Infantry Division, from Hunter Army Airfield, Ga., explains the medical evacuation capabilities of an HH-60M Blackhawk helicopter to Joint Task Force Civil Support commanding general, U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Jeffrey Van and Mexican army General De Brigada (Maj. Gen.) Roberto Claudio del Rosal Ibarra, the 8th Military Zone commander, during exercise Fuerzas Amigas 2022 at Campo Militar Reynosa, Mexico, Oct. 19, 2022. This binational disaster-response exercise between the U.S. and Mexican militaries aims to improve readiness and strengthen the nations cooperative relationship. U.S. Army North, through Joint Task Force Civil Support will serve as the command-and-control element directing U.S. troops conducting a natural disaster response exercise with Mexican military forces.

A Marine Raider with Special Operations Task Force 511.2 provides instruction on Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems to service members of the Philippine Marine Corps during Marine Aviation Support Activity (MASA) 22 in Palawan, Philippines, June 7, 2022. MASA 22 is a bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the U.S. Marine Corps, aimed at increasing interoperability and improving aviation-related capabilities in support of U.S.-Philippine mutual defense.

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Lou Collins, left, commanding officer of Charlie Company, Battalion Landing Team 1/5, 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, plans training events with Royal Thai Marines during Exercise Cobra Gold in Chantaburi province, Thailand, Feb. 26, 2024. Cobra Gold demonstrates the U.S. commitment to the region by building interoperability, multilateral cooperative arrangements, advancing common interests, and a commitment to our allies and partners in ensuring a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Marine Corps

Philippine Marines conduct a communication equipment knowledge exchange with U.S. Marines from Communications Company, Combat Logistics Regiment 37, 3rd Marine Logistics Group, and 3d Marine Littoral Regiment Communications Company, 3d Marine Division during Balikatan 22, Naval Base Camilo Osias, Philippines, April 1, 2022. Balikatan is an annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen bilateral interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences. Balikatan, Tagalog for shoulder-to-shoulder, is a longstanding bilateral exercise between the Philippines and the United States highlighting the deep-rooted partnership between both countries. Balikatan 22 is the 37th iteration of the exercise and coincides with the 75th anniversary of the U.S.-Philippine security cooperation.

Maj. Gen. Naonobu Koyama, commander of the 2nd Anti-Aircraft Artillery Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, and Col. Neal J. Lape, commander of 38th Air Defense Artillery Brigade view a demonstration of the Japanese-developed surface-to-air missile system Kin-SAM during Orient Shield 22 at Camp Fukuoka, Japan, Aug. 27, 2022. Orient Shield 22 is the largest U.S. Army and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force bilateral field training exercise being executed in various locations throughout Japan to enhance interoperability and test and refine multi-domain and cross-domain operations.

Soldiers from the Headquarter and Headquarters and Charlie Company, 100th Battalion, 442nd Infantry Regiment, U.S. Army Hawaii Reserve and French soldiers work together to maintain an orderly crowd control on Huahine, French Polynesia, May 15, 2022, during Marara 22. Exercise Marara 22 reinforces U.S. commitments to our allies and partners in Oceania and raises our collective readiness to address crises and contingencies in the region.

Service members from participating nations attend an Operational Intelligence Preparation of the Environment (OIPE) brief as part of a Joint Staff Exercise (STAFFEX) during Exercise Cobra Gold on Camp Red Horse, Utapao, Rayong Province, Kingdom of Thailand, March 1, 2023. The STAFFEX emphasizes coordination between participating nations in order to provide humanitarian assistance, disaster relief, and a rapid response during a major incident. Cobra Gold, now in its 42nd year, is a Thai-U.S. co-sponsored training event that builds on the long-standing 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.

Indonesian Marine Corps 1st Lt. Ketut Yoga Kosala, left, a platoon commander with 7th Infantry Battalion, 4th Marine Brigade, and U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Patrick Nazeck, the combat engineer and explosive ordnance disposal officer-in-charge with Marine Rotational Force-Southeast Asia, I Marine Expeditionary Force, march together during the Keris Marine Exercise (MAREX) 23 opening ceremony, on the 7th Infantry Battalion Base, Bandar Lampung, Indonesia, Nov. 10, 2022. Keris MAREX is a bilateral exercise conducted by the U.S. Military and Indonesian National Armed Forces led by the Indonesian and U.S. Marine Corps. Keris MAREX aims to strengthen relationships and build interoperability and capacity among participating forces. MRF-SEA is an operational model developed by Marine Corps Forces Pacific that postures scalable I Marine Expeditionary Forces west of the International Date Line, conducts a series of planned subject matter expert exchanges and enablers, and advances security object

The Deputy Commanding Officer of the 8th Theater Sustainment Command (TSC), Col. Tracy Lanier, along with other members of the TSC staff, recently had the opportunity to participate in the Philippines Sustainment Initiative (PSI) Logistics Subject Matter Expert Exchange (LOGSMEE) in Luzon, Philippines. As part of the exchange, 8th TSC logisticians and leaders from the 5th SFAB Logistics Advisory Team (LAT), the Philippine Army (PA) Office of the G4-Logistics and subordinate units from the PA, participated in an open dialogue centered around the strong partnership which exists between the U.S. and the Philippine Army. Leaders discussed interoperability and best practices surrounding sustainment posture for operations, contingencies, and exercises. Partnerships such as these produce bonds, and those bonds form trust among militaries and with native populations. Because land forces are predominant in partner militaries, 8th TSC will leverage engagements at all levels to build trust, ident

Marine Raiders with Special Operations Task Force 511.2 and Marines with 3rd Marine Air Wing provide instruction on Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems to service members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines during Marine Aviation Support Activity (MASA) 22 in Palawan, Philippines, June 7, 2022. MASA 22 is a bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the U.S. Marine Corps, aimed at increasing interoperability and improving aviation-related capabilities in support of U.S.-Philippine mutual defense.

US Army scouts from the 2nd Battalion, 15th Infantry are briefed on safety procedures for a flight in a UH-60 helicopter from Camp Able Sentry II to Observation Post Temporary (OPT) 51D. Subject Operation/Series: PROVIDE PROMISE Base: Camp Able Sentry State: Skopje Country: Macedonia (MKD)

221013-N-DB724-1001CEBU, Philippines (Oct. 13, 2022) Capt. Paul Lim, assistant chief of staff for health services, commander, Logistics Group Western Pacific, speaks to sailors from the Philippine Navy and airmen from the Philippine Air Force during an emergency dental procedures brief during Exercise Sama Sama-Lumbas 2022 in Cebu, Philippines, Oct. 13. Sama Sama-Lumbas is a multilateral exercise and includes forces from Philippines, the United States, Australia, France, Japan, and the United Kingdom designed to promote regional security cooperation, maintain and strengthen maritime partnerships, and enhance maritime interoperability.

221130-N-IE405-1048 NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY NAPLES, Italy (Nov. 30, 2022) Vice Adm. Thomas Ishee, right, commander, U.S. Sixth Fleet and commander, Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO, discusses leadership and maritime warfighting during the Commander, Task Force (CTF) Commanders Conference onboard Naval Support Activity Naples, Italy, Nov. 30, 2022. U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa operates U.S. naval forces in the U.S. European Command (USEUCOM) and U.S. Africa Command (USAFRICOM) areas of responsibility. U.S. Sixth Fleet is permanently assigned to NAVEUR-NAVAF, and employs maritime forces through the full spectrum of joint and naval operations.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Taylor Rodrigues, a radio operator with 3d Marine Division, practices using a Mini-Secure Communications Controller with Philippine Marines during KAMANDAG 6 at Fort Bonifacio, Philippines, Oct. 10, 2022. This system enables bilateral radio communications between the Philippine and U.S. Marine Corps. KAMANDAG is an annual bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences. Rodrigues is a native of Colorado Springs, Colorado.

U.S. Navy Lt. Martin Manoukian, an emergency room doctor with 3rd Medical Battalion, discusses the capabilities of a Role-1 medical facility at Combined Arms Training Center Fuji, Shizuoka, Japan, June 28, 2023. During Exercise SHINKA, the Japan Self Defense Ground Force and U.S. Navy trained together to increase operational understanding and create memorable bonds.

KANEOHE BAY, Hawaii (July 3, 2022) Australian Army Soldiers from 2nd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment conduct man over board drills with Marines from the Indonesian Korps Marinir during Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, four submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (Photo by Royal Australian Air Force Cpl. John Solomon)

Swiss Delegates met with Col. Curtis King, Commandant and Chief of Air Defense Artillery at Fort Sill, Oklahoma (Snow Hall) for a briefing on new air defense practices.

U.S. soldiers of the Hawaii Army National Guard receive training on humanitarian aid distribution during exercise Garuda Canti Dharma II / Multinational Peacekeeping Exercise 22 at Pusat Misi Pemeliharaan, Indonesia, July 20, 2022. The United Nations humanitarian aid distribution is one of the fastest and most effective ways to support rapid humanitarian response for people affected by natural disasters and conflict. Exercise Garuda Canti Dharma II enables instructors from multiple countries to integrate and provide cross education, strengthening cohesion between allies and partners.

Indonesian marines with 7th Infantry Battalion, 4th Marine Brigade and U.S. Marines with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit command element, I Marine Expeditionary Force, confirm the sequence of events for Keris Marine Exercise (MAREX) 23 at the 7th Infantry Battalion Base, Lampung, Indonesia, Nov. 7, 2022. Keris MAREX is a bilateral exercise conducted by the U.S. Military and Indonesian National Armed Forces led by the Indonesian and U.S. Marine Corps. Keris MAREX aims to strengthen relationships and build interoperability and capacity among participating forces. MRF-SEA is an operational model developed by Marine Corps Forces Pacific that postures scalable I Marine Expeditionary Forces west of the International Date Line, conducts a series of planned subject matter expert exchanges and enablers, and advances security objectives shared with our Allies and Partners.

A U.S. Marine with Battalion Landing Team, 2d Battalion, 5th Marines, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, and a Philippine Marine check a target point during a combined-arms, live-fire exercise rehearsal during KAMANDAG 6 at Colonel Ernesto Rabina Air Base, Philippines, Oct. 12, 2022. KAMANDAG is an annual, bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen interoperability, capabilities, trust and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences.

U.S. Marine Corps Lt. Col. Matthew Schultz, an operations planner, and Maj. Sean Norton, a logistics planner, participate in joint planning efforts while serving as liaison officers from 3d Marine Division to U.S. Indo-Pacific Command and Marine Forces Pacific at Camp Smith, Hawaii during Resolute Dragon 22 and KAMANDAG 6, Oct. 11, 2022. "Effective joint task force employment requires significant integration with unified action partners from across the joint interagency," said Schultz. "That integration comes in the form of procedures, processes, relationships, and networks that must be established and rehearsed in competition. The deployment of multi-functional teams offers an opportunity to enhance joint integration at all echelons of command while coordinating with 3d Marine Division's forward-deployed command and control nodes." Exercises like KAMANDAG and Resolute Dragon strengthen international partnerships, mutual security, and the ability to rapidly respond to crises throughout

U.S. Marines with 2d Battalion, 2d Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, demonstrate a Brazilian tactic for carrying casualties during a first aid class as part of a bilateral jungle training event in Manaus, Brazil, Sept. 26, 2022. U.S. partnerships in the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibly are forged by shared challenges and common objectives. Bilateral training events such as jungle training develops and sustains relationships that improve the capacity of U.S. and partner nation maritime forces to achieve common desired effects. This exchange of knowledge between critical regional partners fosters interoperability, friendly relationships, and mutual cooperation.

Maj. Joel Johnson, Bilateral Affairs Officer in the Kingdom of Thailand talks with one of his Royal Thai Army counterparts during a State Partnership Program Exchange on July 31, 2022. Johnson serves as the Bilateral Affairs Officer for the Washington National Guard and the Kingdom of Thailand, supporting the National Guard state Partnership Program.

U.S. Army Pacific Commanding General, Gen. Charles A. Flynn, meets with Indian Army Deputy Chief of Army Staff (Strategy), Lt. Gen. Sanjeev Kumar Sharma, April 20 during the 25th U.S. - India Executive Steering Group held from April 19-22 at Fort Shafter, Hawaii. The ESG occurs annually and focuses on strategic discussions among USARPAC and Indian Army senior leaders. The ESG also focuses on prioritizing efforts in order to improve army-to-army relations, and interoperability between USARPAC and the Indian Army.

U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. David Nahom, commander of Alaskan NORAD Region, Alaskan Command and 11th Air Force, and U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sgt. Kristopher Berg, 11th Air Force Command Chief are briefed on the history behind the name of the 15th Medical Group building during an immersion tour at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, Oct. 28, 2022. U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Paul Ebiya, 15th Healthcare Operations Squadron outpatient pharmacy non-commissioned officer-in-charge, shares the story of Army Air Corps 1st Lt. William Schick, recounting the selflessness and bravery shown in the Dec. 7, 1941, attack on Pearl Harbor. Schick allowed more critical patients to be treated before him, eventually succumbing to his injuries and being the first doctor killed in WWII.

SFC Raymond Montes, center left, and Capt. Robert J. Taylor, center right, work with other members of the Idaho National Guard to transport a patient, during a stretcher race Sept. 14 in Cambodia against members of the Royal Cambodian Armed Forces. Montes and Taylor, both members of the 116th Brigade Engineer Battalion, 116th Brigade Combat Team, were the Idaho National Guards convoy and engineer operation subject-matter experts. The exchange program facilitates the exchange of ideas, capabilities, training and experience between the two militaries.

Soldiers from the 2nd Anti-Aircraft Artillery Brigade, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force, conduct a litter carry as part of training led by a U.S. Army Combat Medic Specialist from the 38th Air Defense Artillery Brigade during Orient Shield 22 at Camp Fukuoka, Japan, Aug. 29, 2022. Orient Shield 22 is the largest U.S. Army and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force bilateral field training exercise being executed in various locations throughout Japan to enhance interoperability and test and refine multi-domain and cross-domain operations.

Two U.S. Army Soldier, assigned to the 25th Infantry Division, assist an Indonesian Service Members on rope tying techniques during Exercise Super Garuda Shield on Dodiklatpur Rindam V, East Java, Indonesia., September 1, 2023. Super Garuda Shield 2023 is an annual exercise that has significantly grown in scope and size since 2009. SGS2023 is the second consecutive time this exercise has grown into a combined and joint event, highlighting the 6 participating and 12 observing nations' commitment to partnership and a free and open indo-pacific.

ESU Incident Command Post New Orleans - Miscellaneous - 26-HK-309-131. Hurricane Katrina

PO1 Rittichai Jankamrueang an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) student with the Thailand Mine Action Center (TMAC) activates a firing device during an electric demolition range during an EOD level 1-2 course at Jarumanee Training Area, Ratchaburi, Thailand, November 23, 2022. Royal Thai and American Armed Forces work together to train TMAC students in EOD level 1-2 in order to develop an EOD capacity to assist TMACs mission of becoming landmine free. This partnership is aligned with the U.S. Department of Defenses Humanitarian Mine Action program, which assists partnered nations affected by landmines, explosive remnants of war, and the hazardous effects of unexploded ordnance.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Ryan Kruel, a joint terminal attack controller with 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit command element, I Marine Expeditionary Force, conducts a period of instruction with Royal Brunei Armed Forces on a RQ-20B Puma during Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Brunei 2022 at Jerudong Range, Brunei, Oct. 27, 2022. CARAT Brunei 2022 highlights the 28th anniversary of CARAT among allies and partners as a way to demonstrate long-term commitment to strengthening relationships throughout South and Southeast Asia and to highlight U.S. Navy commitment to key Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) partners to reinforce ASEAN centrality.

U.S. Marine Corps Staff Sgt. Jorgen Larsen, an infantry platoon sergeant with Battalion Landing Team 2/5, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, and Philippine Marines discuss upcoming training over a terrain model, in Claveria, Philippines, Oct. 3, 2022. The bilateral training was conducted as part of KAMANDAG 6 to share tactics, techniques and procedures. KAMANDAG is an annual bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades shared experiences.

Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) members participate in a subject matter expert exchange focused on chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear hazards and detection techniques during KAMANDAG 6 at Naval Education, Training and Doctrine Command in Zambales, Philippines, Oct. 5, 2022. KAMANDAG is an annual, bilateral exercise between the AFP and the U.S. military designed to strengthen interoperability, capabilities, trust and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences.

AQABA, Jordan - U.S. Marines and Sailors take part in an opening ceremony for Exercise Eager Lion 2022 at the Royal Jordanian Naval Base, Jordan, September 4, 2022. Eager Lion 22 is a multilateral exercise hosted by the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, designed to exchange military expertise, and improve interoperability among partner nations, and considered the capstone of a broader U.S. military relationship with the Jordanian Armed Forces (JAF). Jordan is one of U.S. Central Commands (USCENTCOM) strongest and most reliable partners in the Levant sub-region.

Maj. Eko Prakoso, TNI and US Army Lt. Col. Houston Sheets, USINDOPACOM, discuss the first round of academic lectures for day 2 of Gema Bhakti, September 10, 2022, Jakarta Indonesia. Gema Bhakti 22 is a USINDOPACOM Joint Exercise Program event, utilizing US Joint forces partnering with TNI Armed Forces working together to increase interoperability and enhance regional stability and security through bilateral and multilateral partnerships.

CARTAGENA, Colombia (Nov. 13, 2022)--U.S. Army Gen. Laura Richardson, commander of U.S. Southern Command, right, and Colombian army Maj. Gen. Helder Fernan Giraldo Bonilla, commander of Colombian Military Forces, receive a brief at a Continuing Promise 2022 (CP22) Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief exercise in Cartagena, Colombia, Nov. 13, 2022. CP22 is a humanitarian assistance and goodwill mission conducting direct medical care, expeditionary veterinary care, and subject matter expert exchanges with five partner nations in the Caribbean, Central and South America.

The leadership of NATO allies participating in a wet-gap crossing operation walk through the area as part of Defender Europe 22 held at Dęblin, Poland, May 13, 2022. Defender Europe 2022 is a series of U.S. Army Europe and Africa multinational training exercises in Eastern Europe. The exercise demonstrates U.S. Army Europe and Africas ability to conduct large-scale ground combat operations across multiple theaters supporting NATO.

Airmen assigned to the 92nd Operations Group train on the Real Time information in Cockpit system at Fairchild Air Force Base, Washington, Feb. 21, 2024. The 92nd OG held a week-long training event to build proficiency with the RTIC system, which was designed to increase connectivity between Air assets during real-world operations worldwide. During the training event, pilots and in-flight refueling operators learned about the components of RTIC, performed ground training to simulate using the system and utilized the system during a training flight. Training like this ensures Fairchild AFBs Airmen are prepared to apply appropriate tactics to possible pacing threats and demonstrates their readiness for tomorrows fight anytime, anywhere. Air Force

Officers from the Armed Forces of the Philippines, U.S. Navy, and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force converse during chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear training for KAMANDAG 6 at Naval Education, Training and Doctrine Command in Zambales, Philippines, Oct. 7, 2022. The training tested and built upon CBRN tactics and procedures shared among the U.S. Marine Corps, Philippine Marine Corps, and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force. KAMANDAG is an annual, bilateral exercise between the AFP and the U.S. military designed to strengthen interoperability, capabilities, trust and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences.

U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Stephen Smith, the commanding general of the 7th Infantry Division, chats with TNI soldiers at the opening ceremony as part of Super Garuda Shield 2022 in Baturaja, Indonesia, Aug. 3, 2022. Super Garuda Shield, a part of Operation Pathways and a longstanding annual, bilateral military exercise conducted between the U.S. military, Indonesia National Armed Forces, has now expanded to a multinational exercise encompassing 14 Nations. This exercise reinforces the U.S. commitments to our allies, and other regional partners reinforcing joint readiness, and the interoperability to fight and win together.

U.S. Navy Hospital Corpsman 3rd Class Joshua Montano, with 9th Engineer Support Battalion, 3d Marine Logistics Group, acts as an interpreter between U.S. and Philippine Marines while conducting an engineering site assessment during KAMANDAG 6, at Naval Base Camilo Osias, North Cagayan, Philippines, Oct. 5, 2022. KAMANDAG is an annual bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences.

Philippine Marines, Airmen, and U.S. Marines put on medical suits provided by the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force at Naval Education, Training and Doctrine Command in Zambales, Philippines, on Oct. 4, 2022, during KAMANDAG 6. The class was intended to teach about decontamination in a chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear environment. KAMANDAG is an annual, bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the U.S. military designed to strengthen interoperability, capabilities, trust and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences.

U.S. forces and French soldiers participate in the closing ceremony that commemorates the end of Exercise Marara 22 on Bora Bora, French Polynesia, May 18, 2022. Exercise Marara 22 reinforces U.S. commitments to our allies and partners in Oceania and raises our collective readiness to address crises and contingencies in the region.

A Soldier from 7th Infantry Division talks to some of our allies and partners about the many capabilities of 7th ID during the Indo-Pacific Motorized Forum on Jan. 25-26, 2024. Allies, partners, and friends attended the 2nd annual IPMF to have discussions with the U.S. Army about lessons learned, the current problem sets they face, and how they are finding solutions to them.

221027-N-TR141-1116 PUERTO BARRIOS, Guatemala (Oct. 27, 2022) Chief Hospital Corpsman Joey Bradley, center left, from Dixon, California, and Cmdr. Stuart Hitchcock, from Asheville, North Carolina, both attached to the hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20), teach tactical combat casualty care to Guatemalan service members during a subject matter expert exchange in Puerto Barrios, Guatemala, Oct. 26, 2022. Comfort is deployed to U.S. 4th Fleet in support of Continuing Promise 2022, a humanitarian assistance and goodwill mission conducting direct medical care, expeditionary veterinary care, and subject matter expert exchanges with five partner nations in the Caribbean, Central and South America.

U.S. Reconnaissance Marines with Marine Rotational Force-Southeast Asia (MRF-SEA), I Marine Expeditionary Force, and Indonesian marines with 7th Infantry Battalion, 4th Marine Brigade, conduct a combat orders brief during Keris Marine Exercise (MAREX) 23, on 7th Infantry Battalion Base, Lampung, Indonesia, Nov. 21, 2022. Keris MAREX is a bilateral exercise hosted by the Indonesian National Military between the Korps Marinir Republik Indonesia and U.S. Marine Corps focused on promoting military interoperability, maritime domain awareness, strengthening relationships, and expanding capabilities among participating forces. MRF-SEA is an operational model developed by Marine Corps Forces Pacific that postures scalable I Marine Expeditionary Forces west of the International Date Line, conducts a series of planned subject matter experts and enablers, and advances security objectives shared with our Allies and Partners.

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Reinier Carlos, center, a fire support Marine with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, discusses a call-for-fire scenario with Philippine Marines, assigned to 3rd Marine Brigade, during a bilateral call-for-fire exchange during KAMANDAG 6 on Marine Base Rodolfo Punsalang, Palawan, Philippines, Oct. 7, 2022. KAMANDAG is an annual bilateral training exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. Military designed to strengthen interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences.

U.S. Air Force Maj. Alexander Yee and Maj. Cynthia Lete, the respective outgoing and incoming commander of the 378th Expeditionary Logistics Readiness Squadron, listen to the remarks of Brig. Gen. William Betts, commander of the 378th Air Expeditionary Wing, during the unit's change of command ceremony at Prince Sultan Air Base, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, June 15, 2022. The primary purpose of a change of command is for subordinates to witness an officer formally assume responsibility, authority and accountability for the unit. These ceremonies preserve the tradition of military service and stimulate unit esprit de corps.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Ryan Kruel, a fire support Marine with Marine Rotational Force-Southeast Asia, I Marine Expeditionary Force, explains the components of the RQ-20B Puma to Indonesian marines with 7th Infantry Battalion, 4th Marine Brigade, during a gear showcase for Keris Marine Exercise (MAREX) 23 at the 7th Infantry Battalion Base, Lampung, Indonesia, on Nov. 11, 2022. Keris MAREX is a bilateral exercise conducted by the U.S. Military and Indonesian National Armed Forces led by the Indonesian and U.S. Marine Corps. Keris MAREX aims to strengthen relationships and build interoperability and capacity among participating forces. MRF-SEA is an operational model developed by Marine Corps Forces Pacific that postures scalable I Marine Expeditionary Forces west of the International Date Line, conducts a series of planned subject matter expert exchanges and enablers, and advances security objectives shared with our Allies and Partners.

Military leaders representing the nations of the Philippines, Japan, Republic of Korea and the United States participate in the opening ceremony of KAMANDAG 6, Fort Bonifacio, Philippines, Oct. 3, 2022. KAMANDAG is an annual bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences.

060508-N-9380A-032. Base: Naval Support Activity, Bahrain State: Al Manamah Country: Bahrain (BHR)

Royal Thai Marine Corps Chief Petty Officer 1st Class Hussadin Datkaew, left, a student with Thailand Mine Action Center (TMAC), takes notes from Royal Thai Army Master Sgt. Chutchawan Pongon, right, an instructor with TMAC, during an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) level 1-2 course at Fort Bhanurangsi, Ratchaburi, Thailand, Jan. 11, 2024. Royal Thai and American Armed Forces work together to train TMAC students in EOD level 1-2 in order to develop an EOD capacity to assist TMACs mission of becoming landmine free. This partnership is aligned with the U.S. Department of Defenses Humanitarian Mine Action Program, which assists partnered nations affected by landmines, explosive remnants of war, and the hazardous effects of unexploded ordnance.

Brigadier General Ferdint Dimo, Deputy Commander of the Land Force, Albanian Armed Forces, greets leaders of the New Jersey Army National Guard at Land Forces Headquarters, Zall-Herr, Tirana, Albania, on September 13. The N.J. National Guard sent over 30 Soldiers in support of the Albanian Armed Forces upcoming NATO Validation Exercise as part of their State Partnership Program that has lasted over 20 years and conducted more than 500 military-to-military events.

221029-N-VQ841-1549 PUERTO BARRIOS, Guatemala (Oct. 29, 2022) Capt. Bryan Carmichael, commodore of Amphibious Squadron (PHIBRON) 4, and Capt. Kathryn Elliott, commanding officer of Medical Treatment Facility aboard hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20), watch U.S. Navy Fleet Forces Band, attached to Comfort, perform for Guatemalan service members and locals at Queen's Park in Puerto Barrios, Guatemala, Oct. 29, 2022. Comfort is deployed to U.S. 4th Fleet in support of Continuing Promise 2022, a humanitarian assistance and goodwill mission conducting direct medical care, expeditionary veterinary care, and subject matter expert exchanges with five partner nations in the Caribbean, Central and South America.

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass greets members of the Romanian Air Force during a visit to Boboc Air Base, Romania, Oct. 4, 2022. The CMSAF visited Boboc Air Bases training school to meet with the RoAFs newest enlisted trainees to get an understanding of the enlisted development process.

Mongolia Ministry of Health, Kh. Bundachia, an emergency care specialist, shares his experience of a mass casualty event during an expert academic discussion as part of exercise Gobi Wolf 2022 in Bayankhongor, Mongolia, Sept. 6. Gobi Wolf is a disaster response exercise with field training exercises in hazmat response, mass medical care and search and rescue. The Mongolia National Emergency Management Agency is the lead government agent, with support from other government agencies. (Alaska National Guard photo by Staff Sgt. Katie Mazos-Vega)

020529-M-9902V-025. Country: Indonesia (IDN) Scene Major Command Shown: 3 MEF

011119-F-5281B-010. Base: Osan Air Base Country: Republic Of Korea (KOR)

Members from the Republic of South Korea Air Force and U.S. Air Force converse during the Pacific Unity Multi-Lateral Civil Engineer Key Leader Engagement, June 22, 2022 at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam. Themes during this KLE included topics of shared interest across the allies and partners such as joint capabilities, leveraging expertise in the Total Force, and increased frequency of subject matter expert exchanges and multi-lateral training.

Lt. Col. Agim Kucana, Commander of the Albanian Armys Light Infantry Battle Group (LIBG), greets Soldiers of the New Jersey Army National Guard at Land Forces Headquarters, Zall-Herr, Tirana, Albania, on September 13. The N.J. National Guard sent over 30 Soldiers in support of the Albanian Armed Forces upcoming NATO Validation Exercise as part of the State Partnership Program that has lasted over 20 years and conducted more than 500 military-to-military events.

U.S. service members with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit and Philippine Marines with 3rd Marine Brigade observe a formation of Philippine Army citizen soldiers with 59th Cadre Battalion, 2nd Infantry Division on Patrol Base Magbabadil, Palawan, Philippines during a key leader engagement in association with KAMANDAG 6, Oct. 6, 2022. KAMANDAG is an annual bilateral training exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. Military designed to strengthen interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences.

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Sebastian Pierre, an artillery officer with 3d Battalion, 12th Marines participates in a subject matter expert exchange with members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines during Marine Aviation Support Activity 22.1 in Luzon, Philippines, June 7, 2022. MASA 22 is a bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the U.S. Marine Corps, aimed at increasing interoperability and improving aviation-related capabilities in support of U.S.-Philippine mutual defense.

PEARL HARBOR (July 11, 2022) Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force personnel, along with partner nations, coordinate efforts during humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) briefs at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii, during Rim of Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022. Twenty-six nations, 38 ships, three submarines, more than 170 aircraft and 25,000 personnel are participating in RIMPAC from June 29 to Aug. 4 in and around the Hawaiian Islands and Southern California. The world's largest international maritime exercise, RIMPAC provides a unique training opportunity while fostering and sustaining cooperative relationships among participants critical to ensuring the safety of sea lanes and security on the world's oceans. RIMPAC 2022 is the 28th exercise in the series that began in 1971. (Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Suga Tatsuya)

LA VENTA, Honduras - Soldiers from the Ecuadorian Army observe a shooting event for Fuerzas Comando 2022 competition June 15, 2022, in La Venta, Honduras. Fuerzas Comando is a Foreign Military Interaction exercise designed to enhance multinational and regional cooperation, mutual trust and confidence and to improve the training, readiness, interoperability, and capability of regional Special Operations Forces.

Military and diplomatic leaders from various participating nations participate in a Tactical Combat Casuality Course during Cutlass Express 2024 Camp Doraleh, Djibouti Feb 27, 2024. Exercises like Cutlass Express foster trust between participating nations by promoting mutual understanding and cooperation. Exercise Cutlass Express (CE) is one of three African regional "Express" series exercises sponsored by U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) and facilitated by U.S. Naval Forces Africa/U.S. Sixth Fleet (NAVAF/SIXTHFLT). Air National Guard

Belizean Commander, Major Justo Veliz Jr. (centre) participates in the Land Component Command training with Master Sergeant Christian Hernandes (United States Army, left), and Captain Austen Flores (Belizean Armed Forces, right) during Exercise TRADEWINDS 2022 in Belize City, Belize, on May 10, 2022. Photo: Cpl Alevtina Ostanin - Visual Communications Support (VCS)

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Gen. Stephen E. Liszewski, right, the commanding general of Marine Corps Installations Pacific, greets Capt. Kento Kobayashi, a member of the 15th Brigade Headquarters, Japan Ground Self-Defense Force in a multi-vehicle accident crisis response drill during Exercise Constant Vigilance 2022 on Camp Foster, Okinawa, Japan, Oct. 19, 2022. The annual drill was held to convey the readiness and capabilities of various installations and first responders in the event of an emergency. CV22 is a Force Protection Condition and crisis response evaluation to validate regional installations, camps, and tenant antiterrorism plans and policies.

Hawaii Army National Guard Sgt. 1st Class Matthew Mitsui, a flight paramedic with Detachment 1, Golf Company, 1st Battalion, 189th Aviation Regiment, laughs during a training exercise at Hilo, Hawaii, June 11, 2022. Mitsui prepared a simulated medical victim with various simulated injuries for a UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter rescue-hoist operation.

010514-F-2352G-003. Subject Operation/Series: COBRA GOLD 01 Base: Phitsanulok Country: Thailand (THA)

U.S. Marines with India Company, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division demonstrate their patrolling tactics to Brazilian Marines during Exercise Formosa in Goias, Brazil, Aug. 05, 2022. During this training, Marines exchange infantry knowledge and tactics with Brazilian Marines to further enhance mission readiness. Exercise Formosa focuses on strengthening relations and interoperability between U.S. and Brazilian Forces, conveying the enduring promise to be a trustworthy neighbor.

Members of the Indonesian Air Force listen to a brief during the Regional Air Domain Awareness Senior Leader Seminar on Andersen Air Force Base, Guam, Feb. 26, 2024. Throughout the seminar, leaders discussed air domain strategies, policies, terminology and also developed a network of Allies and partners that have a shared understanding of air domain awareness. Air Force

221012-N-DB724-1066CEBU, Philippines (Oct. 12, 2022) Sailors from the Philippine Navy, U.S. Navy and Royal Australian Navy attend a medical brief during Exercise Sama Sama-Lumbas 2022 in Cebu, Philippines, Oct. 12. Sama Sama-Lumbas is a multilateral exercise and includes forces from Philippines, the United States, Australia, France, Japan, and the United Kingdom designed to promote regional security cooperation, maintain and strengthen maritime partnerships, and enhance maritime interoperability.

U.S. Marine Corps 1st Lt. Samantha Bremner, a CH-53E Super Stallion pilot for Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 361, gives a tour of the squadron hangar to members of the Japan Ground Self Defense Force (JGSDF) 15th HELO Brigade on Marine Corps Air Station Futenma, Okinawa, Japan, July 7, 2022. HMH-361 held this event in cooperation with members of the Japan Ground Self Defense Force to deepen ties between forces and increase our allies' understanding of 1st Marine Aircraft Wings capabilities.

The 8th Theater Sustainment Command's Commanding General, Maj. Gen. Jered P. Helwig, hosted Staff Delegates Mr. Tim Nelson, Ms. Alexia Sikora, Rep. Steve Womack, Mr. Ryan Keating, Rep. Tim Ryan, Mr. Andrew Noh, Rep. Marilyn Strickland, Ms. Shiouyu Theresa” Lou, Mr. Semaj Martin-Redd, and Rep. Trent Kelly, on a tour aboard Logistics Support Vessel 4 (LSV4), the LT. Gen William B. Bunker, on August 23, 2022 at Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam, Hawaii. During the tour, the delegation received a "capabilities, operations, and activities brief" from the 130th Engineer Brigade, and the 7th Engineer Dive Detachment - U.S. Army. Maj. Gen. Helwig discussed Army Watercraft Systems, as well as sustainment operations in support of the Joint Force and throughout the Pacific region.

U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Isaac Tibayan, left, the Humanitarian Mine Action (HMA) program manager with U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, and Royal Thai Armed Forces Lt. Gen. Nattawut Sabyeroop, right, director general of the Thailand Mine Action Center (TMAC), shake hands during the opening ceremony of the HMA Thailand Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) level 1-2 course at Fort Bhanurangsi, Ratchaburi, Thailand, Jan. 8, 2024. Royal Thai and American Armed Forces work together to train TMAC students in EOD level 1-2 in order to develop an EOD capacity to assist TMACs mission of becoming landmine free. This partnership is aligned with the U.S. Department of Defenses Humanitarian Mine Action Program, which assists partnered nations affected by landmines, explosive remnants of war and the hazardous effects of unexploded ordnance.

U.S. forces and French soldiers participate in the closing ceremony that commemorates the end of Exercise Marara 22 on Bora Bora, French Polynesia, May 18, 2022. Exercise Marara 22 reinforces U.S. commitments to our allies and partners in Oceania and raises our collective readiness to address crises and contingencies in the region.

Sgt. Hunter Baysinger from Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 84th Engineer Battalion, Survey and Design and a member of the Indonesian National Armed Forces surveys field training exercise road with R10 Range Pole in Baturaja, Indonesia, July 23, 2022, as part of Garuda Shield 2022. Garuda Shield, a part of Operation Pathways and a longstanding annual, bilateral military exercise conducted between the U.S. military, Indonesia National Armed Forces, reinforces the U.S. commitments to our allies, and other regional partners reinforcing joint readiness, and the interoperability to fight and win together.

A Tentara Nasional Indonesia (TNI, Indonesian Armed Forces) officer coverses in Indonesian with U.S. Marine Maj. Jacob Krebs during exerise Gema Bhakti 2022, Sep. 13. 2022, Jakarta, Indonesia. Krebs is one of the few U.S. personnel in attendance that are fluid Bahasa Indonesia speakers. Gema Bhakti 22 is a U.S. Indo-Pacific Command joint exercise program event, utilizing U.S. joint forces and TNI Armed Forces working together to increase interoperability and enhance regional stability and security through bilateral and multilateral partnerships.

The Color Guard representing the nations of the Philippines, Japan, Republic of Korea and the United States participates in the closing ceremony of KAMANDAG 6 at Fort Bonifacio, Philippines, Oct. 14, 2022. KAMANDAG is an annual bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences.

The Color Guard representing the nations of the Philippines, Japan, Republic of Korea and the United States participates in the closing ceremony of KAMANDAG 6 at Fort Bonifacio, Philippines, Oct. 14, 2022. KAMANDAG is an annual bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences.

U.S. Army Sgt. 1st Class Steve McNeil, an explosive ordnance disposal advisor, with 5th Security Forces Assistance Brigade (SFAB), conducts training on improvised explosive device detection with members of the Maldives National Defense Forces in Malé, Maldives, May 25, 2022. The SFAB trains and advises foreign security forces to improve partner capabilities and facilitate achievement of U.S. strategic objectives.

Members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) 4th Special Forces Battalion and U.S. Special Operations Task Force (SOTF) 511.2 coordinate a toy delivery for children in the local community in Basilan, Philippines, Sept. 12, 2022. SOTF 511.2 regularly conducts engagements with AFP partners, advancing interoperability and coordination, and growing our countries long-standing friendship.

221020-A-MC125-1008 ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 20, 2022) -- Honduran Capt. Juan De Jesus, deputy commodore of Amphibious Squadron (PHIBRON) 4, transit through the passageways of the hospital ship USNS Comfort (T-AH 20) Oct. 19, 2022. Comfort is deployed to U.S. 4th Fleet in support of Continuing Promise 2022, a humanitarian assistance and goodwill mission conducting direct medical care, expeditionary veterinary care, and subject matter expert exchanges with five partner nations in the Caribbean, Central and South America.

Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Zackery Thomas leads a group of Japan Ground Self Defense Force (JGSDF) members from Camp Kurume, Fukuoka enrolled in the 5th Sergeant Training Units Command Sergeants Major Course, on a tour of American Forces Network Sasebo, during a visit to Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo (CFAS) Nov. 22, 2022. The students visited CFAS to enhance their knowledge and understanding of the installations mission and capabilities, and to strengthen the partnership between the U.S. Navy and JGSDF.

Thailand Mine Action Center Explosive Ordnance Disposal students build improvised shaped charges during a Humanitarian Mine Action EOD Level 3 course at Ta Mor Roi Training area in Surin Province, Thailand, Jul. 28, 2022. Royal Thai and American Armed Forces work together to train TMAC students in EOD level 3 in order to develop an EOD capacity to assist TMACs mission of becoming landmine free. This partnership is aligned with the U.S. Department of Defenses Humanitarian Mine Action Program, which assists partnered nations affected by landmines, explosive remnants of war, and the hazardous effects of unexploded ordnance.

U.S. and Tentara Nasional Indonesia senior leaders, and distinguished guests discuss the Super Garuda Shield Combined Arms Live Fire Exercise (CALFEX) on Aug. 12, 2022, in Baturaja, Indonesia. Super Garuda Shield, a part of Operation Pathways and a longstanding annual, bilateral military exercise conducted between the U.S. military and Indonesia National Armed Forces, reinforces the U.S. commitments to our allies, and regional partners, joint readiness, and the interoperability to fight and win together.

U.S. Marines talking and resting while sitting on the floor at their combat outpost.

Philippine Marines assigned to the 65th Force Recon Company, 3rd Marine Brigade, and U.S. Marines with the 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit pose for a photo after a period of instruction about the Siege of Marawi during KAMANDAG 6 on Marine Base Rodolfo Punsalang, Palawan, Philippines, Oct. 11, 2022. KAMANDAG is an annual bilateral training exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences.

Inter-American Defense College Leadership greeted Major General Germán Lopez, Colombian Defense Attaché for a visit to the IADC Campus on Fort Lesley J. McNair, Washington, D.C., Oct. 6, 2022. During the visit, the visitors conducted an office call with IADC Leadership, received an IADC brief, and concluded the visit with a tour of the campus.

Royal Thai Armed Forces SM1 Uthon Namsuwan, a Thailand Mine Action Center Explosive Ordnance Disposal student with Humanitarian Mine Action Unit 3, initiates a shaped charge during an HMA EOD Level 3 course at Ta Mor Roi Training area in Surin Province, Thailand, Jul. 28, 2022. Royal Thai and American Armed Forces work together to train TMAC students in EOD level 3 in order to develop an EOD capacity to assist TMACs mission of becoming landmine free. This partnership is aligned with the U.S. Department of Defenses Humanitarian Mine Action Program, which assists partnered nations affected by landmines, explosive remnants of war, and the hazardous effects of unexploded ordnance.

030129-A-6854T-003. Base: Salinas State: Puerto Rico (PR) Country: United States Of America (USA)

030422-A-9510S-013. Base: Fort Buchanan, San Juan State: Puerto Rico (PR) Country: United States Of America (USA)

Philippine Marine Corps Brig. Gen. Jimmy D. Larida, center, addresses a platoon of Philippine Army citizen soldiers assigned to 4th battalion during a key leader engagement with U.S. Marine Corps Col. Thomas Siverts, commanding officer, 11th Marine Expeditionary Unit, during KAMANDAG 6 in Roxas, Philippines, Oct. 10, 2022. KAMANDAG is an annual bilateral exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military designed to strengthen interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences.

U.S. Marines with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit and a U.S. Navy Sailor assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA-6), plot the speed and movement of nearby ships on a maneuvering board during an expeditionary advance base operation exercise at W-174, Okinawa, Japan on Feb. 6, 2023. The EAB exercise reinforced Marines and Sailors abilities to gather maritime and airspace intelligence by employing radars and relaying the information back to commanders aboard the amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA-6). The 31st MEU is operating aboard ships of USS America Amphibious Ready Group in the 7th fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region.

U.S. Marines with Marine Rotational Force-Darwin (MRF-D) 22, members of the Australian Defence Force (ADF), and Indonesian forces engage with civilian populus during Exercise Crocodile Response 22 in Nhulunbuy, NT, Australia, May 17, 2022. Exercise Crocodile Response trains MRF-D, the ADF and Indonesian forces to provide humanitarian assistance and disaster relief in the Indo-Pacific region.

of 3