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Exercise underscored need for AI, autonomy, C2, and networks
Operating with speed, scale, and agility in the Indo-Pacific is “probably the most challenging thing” the military does, PACAF commander says.
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China is already dominating the data war in the Pacific, experts say
'Lack of focus' is slowing needed change at the Pentagon, a former acting SecDef says.
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Systems, not silver bullets, are key to victory in the Pacific: SOCPAC chief
Specifically, integrated systems that can disrupt the enemy, Maj. Gen. VanAntwerp said.
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PacFleet is rushing to create new capabilities, operating concepts
Adm. Koehler: “It might sound to you like we’re building the airplane while we fly it. That is no accident.”
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China’s burgeoning undersea sensor net aims to turn the ocean transparent
The PLA is building a self-healing “kill web” to surpass today’s brittle kill chains.
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Homeland pivot isn't affecting troops in South Korea, so far: commander
Soldiers are “being fed,” “still training” amid government shutdown, 8th Army commander says.
Policy
Skeptical senators grill White House pick to lead Indo-Pacific policy
The nominee to be assistant defense secretary for Indo-Pacific security affairs, backed the president's push for Taiwan to spend more.
Ideas
'Shadow economies' are growing. Military planners and operators must take them into account
Black markets prolong wars, defang sanctions, fray alliances, and help rogue governments and groups survive and thrive.
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Drone boats, new landing craft get Army Pacific tryouts
The service is looking for better ways to protect its waterborne forces.
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China is working to weaken Palau, the island nation’s president says
The western Pacific country is one of only a handful that maintains diplomatic relations with Taiwan.
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‘The homeland is in the Pacific’
INDOPACOM commander says he's unconcerned about Washington's shift in attention.
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