Events
Verified incidents across the Indo-Pacific with transparent confidence scoring. See our methodology for how events are assessed.
U.S. and ROK Marines commence Korean Marine Exchange Program 26.2
The III Marine Expeditionary Force and the ROK Marine Corps will conduct the Korean Marine Exchange Program 26.2, engaging in bilateral training. The program is scheduled to take place from July 28 to August 8, 2026.
MRF-SEA and MRF-D establish long-range communications across Indo-Pacific
Communications Marines successfully validated long-range high frequency communications over a distance of 2,000 miles. This validates interoperability between Marine Rotational Forces in Southeast Asia and Darwin.
Hawaiʻi National Guard Supports Final GPOI-Funded Garuda Canti Dharma III
The Hawaiʻi National Guard joined military and civilian personnel from 22 nations for the opening of Exercise Garuda Canti Dharma III. This exercise, funded by the Global Peace Operations Initiative, aims to enhance multinational peacekeeping capabilities with over 700 participants involved.
AFOSI enables joint, bilateral operations during VALIANT SHIELD 2026
The Air Force Office of Special Investigations supported U.S. and international partners during VALIANT SHIELD 2026. The exercise involved joint operations across the Pacific, focusing on counterintelligence and force protection.
USFJ and JSDF conduct bilateral disaster relief exercise JXR 26
U.S. Forces Japan and Japan Self-Defense Forces participated in Joint Exercise Rescue 2026 to enhance disaster response capabilities. The exercise focused on humanitarian assistance and disaster relief scenarios to prepare for potential future emergencies.
U.S. Navy, Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force complete Mine Warfare Exercise 2JA
The U.S. Navy and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force conducted Mine Warfare Exercise 2JA off the coast of northern Japan. The exercise took place from July 9 to July 24, 2026.
ROKAF and 51st FW conduct interoperability training at Jungwon Air Base
Airmen from the 51st Fighter Wing trained with Republic of Korea Air Force personnel during Buddy Squadron 26-3. The event took place at Jungwon Air Base from July 13 to July 16, 2026.
Japanese Destroyer Launches Tomahawk for the First Time in Drill with U.S. Navy
The Japanese destroyer JS Chokai conducted a live-fire test of a Tomahawk cruise missile, marking a significant development in its military capabilities. The exercise involved collaboration with the U.S. Navy, as announced by the Japan Ministry of Defense. This test signals ongoing efforts to enhance Japan's defense capabilities — not independently verified.
US Navy's Aircraft Carrier USS George Washington Arrives in Da Nang, Vietnam
The USS George Washington (CVN-73) has arrived for a port visit in Da Nang, Vietnam. This deployment reflects ongoing naval operations in the region, including the presence of U.S. Navy strike groups.
AUKUS partners announce submarine maintenance hub in Perth
Australia, UK, and US confirmed Perth as regional maintenance hub for Virginia-class submarines, with first rotations expected 2028.
US and Japan expand coordination on semiconductor materials stockpiles
Washington and Tokyo announced deeper coordination on photoresist, specialty gas and substrate stockpile planning to harden advanced-node supply chains.
US–Philippines Balikatan cycle closes with expanded maritime strike drills
US Indo-Pacific Command and Armed Forces of the Philippines concluded a Balikatan training cycle highlighting maritime strike, coastal defence and logistics interoperability.
Japan expands security assistance package for Philippine maritime forces
Tokyo and Manila announced an expanded package covering coast-guard vessels, radar and training support for Philippine maritime domain awareness.
Quad foreign ministers meet in Delhi on maritime security and tech supply chains
Quad foreign ministers convened in New Delhi with public emphasis on maritime domain awareness, undersea cables and resilient semiconductor supply chains.
AUKUS partners announce Pillar II technology working-group milestones
Australia, the UK and the US published updated Pillar II workstreams covering undersea, AI and quantum collaboration timelines for defence industry partners.