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The Indo-Pacific is one of the most consequential regions in the world. It's home to economies, trade routes, and allies vital to American prosperity and security.It is also a region where the Chinese Communist Party, building on decades of defense sector cooperation with Russia, has expanded its military capabilities at a breathtaking pace. The more capable the Chinese military has become, the more aggressively Beijing has acted to coerce its neighbors and undermine American interests.Someone who grapples daily with this reality is General Ronald Clark, the Commander of U.S. Army Pacific, or USARPAC.For those who are not denizens of the Department of Defense, USARPAC is the Army service component command within U.S. Indo-Pacific Command. In other words, you can think of him as the top American soldier in the Pacific. A combat leader with decades of experience, General Clark has led American soldiers in Europe, the Middle East, and the Pacific. He's a veteran of Operations Desert Shield, Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom, and Enduring Freedom. But now he focuses full time on the Pacific.He joins guest host Bradley Bowman, Senior Director of FDD's Center on Military and Political Power, to discuss why the Indo-Pacific matters to Americans, the role of land power there, and what the Army is doing to deter and defeat adversaries—including forward-positioning forces, conducting rigorous training, and deepening cooperation with key allies such as the Philippines.
The Indo-Pacific is one of the most consequential regions in the world. It's home to economies, trade routes, and allies vital to American prosperity and security.It is also a region where the Chinese Communist Party, building on decades of defense sector cooperation with Russia, has expanded its military capabilities at a breathtaking pace. The more capable the Chinese military has become, the more aggressively Beijing has acted to coerce its neighbors and undermine American interests.Someone who grapples daily with this reality is General Ronald Clark, the Commander of U.S. Army Pacific, or USARPAC.For those who are not denizens of the Department of Defense, USARPAC is the Army service component command within U.S. Indo-Pacific Command. In other words, you can think of him as the top American soldier in the Pacific. A combat leader with decades of experience, General Clark has led American soldiers in Europe, the Middle East, and the Pacific. He's a veteran of Operations Desert Shield, Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom, and Enduring Freedom. But now he focuses full time on the Pacific.He joins guest host Bradley Bowman, Senior Director of FDD's Center on Military and Political Power, to discuss why the Indo-Pacific matters to Americans, the role of land power there, and what the Army is doing to deter and defeat adversaries—including forward-positioning forces, conducting rigorous training, and deepening cooperation with key allies such as the Philippines.
Join me for an interview with U.S. Army Colonel Nate Finney, an Army Strategist (FA59), discussing the roles and training of FA59 strategists, their relationship with FAOs, and the importance of building interdisciplinary teams. Finney shares insights from his career, including positions at HQDA, USARPAC, and Indo-Pacific Command, highlighting the need for strategists and FAOs to collaborate effectively. The conversation also explores Finney's involvement in founding writing and strategy-oriented organizations like the Strategy Bridge and the Military Writers Guild, emphasizing writing as a critical tool for professional development. The episode concludes with a discussion on recent changes in U.S.-China relations, China's military modernization, and the strategic challenges faced by the U.S. in the Indo-Pacific region.
The U.S. Army Pacific Sisters in Arms started as a way to develop leaders among the command's Soldiers and mentor women in uniform. Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard spoke with the group as someone who has been a Soldier leader on the battlefield and in the halls of congress.
This week, Mike is joined by General Charles Flynn, Commanding General of U.S. Army Pacific, to discuss the role of the Army in the Indo-Pacific. They touch on the history of the Army's engagement in the region, the foundational capabilities of U.S. Army Pacific, and threats to the regional security environment. General Flynn details his efforts to coordinate and build trust between the U.S. Army and allies and partners in the region, including Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines.
Gen. Charles A. Flynn, incoming U.S. Army Pacific commanding general, receives the command's colors and assumes command of USARPAC from U.S. Navy;Blinken demands thorough investigations about the CCP labs
U.S. Soldiers and the Chinese People's Liberation Army exchange tactics for natural disaster management and the last of the F-35's land on Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni.
Service members delivered holiday cheer during Operation Christmas Drop and after weeks of training and building bilateral partnerships Yama Sakura 73 comes to an end.
Third Medical Battalion is in Mongolia during Khaan Quest 2017 with a joint medical detachment from USARPAC and MARFORPAC.
U.S. Army participates in a first jump ceremony along with their Japanese Ground Self Defense Force partners at the Narashino training center in Japan and Secretary of Defense gives his farewell remarks.
B-1B Lancers arrive at Andersen Air Force Base, Guam to replace the B-52s as part of U.S. Pacific Command's continuous bomber presence mission, U.S. Army Pacific Commander General Robert Brown visits leadership in Japan, and service members in Japan participate in a 1000 km relay run in a show of continued support and friendship following the 2011 earthquake.
General Vincent Brooks visits Malaysia; Volunteers keep Korea warm; and a roller derby squad from Misawa Air Base rolls through Osan Air Base.
The Paratroopers of Headquarters Troop, 1st Squadron (Airborne), 40th Cavalry Regiment, receive training on the new "Search & Rescue Tactical Vehicle" while at DTA near Fort Greely, Alaska.
Package about The U.S. Army Of The Pacific's (USARPAC) annual ball and choosing it's Soldier and NCO of the Year. Includes sound bites from Lt. Gen. Benjamin R. Mixon, USARPAC Commanding General, Staff Sgt. Eddie Barba, USARPAC NCO Of The Year, Fort Wainwright, Alaska, and Spc. Andy James, USARPAC Soldier of The Year, 25th Infantry Division, Schofield Barracks, HI. Produced by Lance Cpl. Kevin Beebe. Also see "USARPAC Best Warrior" in the audio section.