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New Forum to Enhance U.S.-Japan Cooperation in Okinawa
April 29, 2025 — U.S. Forces Japan (USFJ), in cooperation with the Government of Japan (GOJ), is pleased to announce the establishment of a new forum for cooperation dedicated to enhancing communication and fostering shared understanding between U.S. Forces and local stakeholders... MORE

U.S. Forces, Local Police Conduct Joint Patrol with Residents in Okinawa City
April 11, 2025 — On April 18, 2025, U.S. service members in Okinawa will participate in the resumption of joint community patrols in Okinawa City together with local police, residents, city officials and other stakeholders. The patrol aims to help ensure the safety and security of the local community. It marks a significant step forward in bilateral cooperation and will serve as a valuable tool to enhance public safety and ultimately strengthen the U.S.-Japan alliance... MORE

USFJ Alliance Evolves: Multilateral Partnerships, training at core of C2 Modernization efforts
February 6, 2025 — The U.S.-Japan Alliance remains a cornerstone of peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region, and the Alliance is now even more necessary amidst an increasingly severe security environment, according to government officials from the U.S and Japan... MORE

DOD Launches 24/7 Health Care Support for DOD Civilian Employees in Japan
January 16, 2025 — The Department of Defense now has a 24/7 call center as part of the Pilot Health Insurance Enhancement for DOD Civilian Employees program which assists DOD civilian employees with health care navigation and upfront costs associated with accessing Japan’s health care system... MORE

United States and Japan Conduct Bilateral Flight
January 15, 2025 — Fighter aircraft from Japan conducted a bilateral flight with U.S bombers operating in the Indo-Pacific, Jan. 15, 2025... MORE

U.S., Japan, Republic of Korea Conduct Trilateral Flight
January 15, 2025 — Fighter aircraft from Japan, and the Republic of Korea conducted a trilateral escort flight of U.S. bombers operating in the Indo-Pacific, Jan.15, 2025... MORE

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