This iteration builds upon previous MCAs and our continuing operations together, which strengthen the interoperability of our defense/armed forces doctrines, tactics, techniques, and procedures. MCAs
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USINDOPACOM commander visits Chilean Navy Tall Ship Esmeralda
The Chilean Navy Tall Ship is commanded by Capt. Andres Gallegos, who greeted Paparo during his visit. Chile has actively participated in several key exercises
Blue Ridge Departs Wellington, New Zealand Following Port Visit
This port visit marked the first time Blue Ridge has visited New Zealand and the third U.S. Navy ship to visit the country in the
Trump unveils plans for ‘Golden Dome’ defence system
The US has selected a design for the futuristic “Golden Dome” missile defence system, says US President Donald Trump, adding that it will be operational
US Launches Nuclear-Capable Missile in Arms Race With Russia and China
The United States has conducted its second intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) test of the year, launching an unarmed but nuclear-capable missile from California toward the
China’s Fighter Jets and Missiles Get a Boost From the India-Pakistan Clash
The reported success of Chinese-made fighter jets and air-to-air missiles in the conflict has fed nationalist pride in China, and has renewed warnings to Taiwan.
Fake Filipinos scandal reignites Chinese espionage fears in Philippines
In the Philippines, a spate of arrests of Chinese nationals using fake local identities has reignited espionage fears, following President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr’s directive to defend the
Philippines, US hold joint maritime drills in South China Sea
Coast guard vessels of the Philippines and the United States have taken part for the first time in joint maritime exercises with naval and air
The Taiwan Tightrope Deterrence Is a Balancing Act, and America Is Starting to Slip
As tensions rise across the Taiwan Strait, the policy debate in Washington remains fractured. U.S. strategy broadly revolves around deterring China from attacking Taiwan, and for
Indonesia, Malaysia expand defense partnership to counter transnational threats
Facing shared threats from terrorism, piracy and cross-border crime, Indonesia and Malaysia reaffirmed their defense partnership during a high-level military meeting in April 2025 as