Events
Verified incidents across the Indo-Pacific with transparent confidence scoring. See our methodology for how events are assessed.
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.