US, Indo-Pacific Allies Hold Joint Maritime Exercises in South China Sea

Published on September 29, 2024

The United States and four of its allies conducted joint maritime exercises in a part of the South China Sea on Saturday, as China held its own military exercises in the disputed ocean territory. The day-long exercise involving the United States, the Philippines, Australia, and Japan took place in Manila’s exclusive economic zone in the South China Sea, according to a statement from the U.S. 7th Fleet. “Maritime cooperative activities accelerate our already strong allied and partner combat readiness and interoperability,” said Vice Adm. Fred Kacher, commander of the U.S. 7th Fleet. Kacher said the joint drill demonstrates “our enduring commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific and building our operational skillsets in one of the most dynamic maritime regions in the world.”...

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