Pacific Marines

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Who We Are

 

 

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What We Do

 

As premier crisis response forces, Pacific Marines are forward-based and forward-deployed in the First Island Chain and other key maritime terrain in the Indo-Pacific. They are organized, trained, and equipped as Marine air-ground-logistics teams that can swiftly respond to a range of contingencies – from disaster relief and humanitarian assistance to embassy reinforcement and major combat operations. As “soldiers of the sea,” they are uniquely suited to help countries facing maritime security challenges. Each year, Pacific Marines participate in 100+ exercises and engagements with allies and partners to increase military capabilities, readiness, and the skills to work together. These partnerships strengthen regional security and facilitate a faster and more effective response across the full range of military operations.

To address growing regional threats, Pacific Marines are also modernizing to serve as “stand-in forces.” These light, lethal, and mobile teams are designed to operate inside the range of a potential adversary’s weapon systems during competition, crisis, or conflict. When physically standing “in” these high-threat areas, stand-in forces use organic, all-domain capabilities to rapidly sense and understand the operating environment and the activities of potential adversaries. The teams rapidly share this understanding with the joint force, allies, and partners to inform faster decision-making and actions to deter conflict. If conflict comes, stand-in forces can target, or enable joint and coalition targeting in all domains to threaten, “hold at risk,” or engage adversary capabilities meant to do harm. 

 

 

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Where We Do It

 

The Indo-Pacific stretches from the Western shores of India to the waters off the West Coast of North America. It boasts a diverse range of environments, from lush tropical rainforests and sprawling deserts to vibrant coral reefs and towering mountain ranges.

Approximately 60% of the world's maritime trade passes through the Indo-Pacific region. This vast area encompasses major shipping routes connecting East Asia with the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and the America's. Given its strategic importance for global trade, the Indo-Pacific is a key focus for many countries' economic and security interests.

The Indo-Pacific's economic and strategic importance brings with it many challenges. Territorial disputes, maritime security concerns, geopolitical tensions, and the need for sustainable resource management amidst rapid economic development are just a few of the issues the Indo-Pacific community face together on a regular basis.

Collaboration and cooperation are key as we work with Allies and partners to navigate the complexities and shape the future of this vital region. The United States has forged strong relationships with regional Allies and partners, contributing to stability and security while fostering economic prosperity.

 

 

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Why We Do It

 

Pacific Marines provide National leaders with an expeditionary force-in-readiness in the Indo-Pacific, forward positioned in key maritime terrain to deter conflict and respond to crisis – anytime, anywhere. In their roles as both stand-in forces and crisis response forces, Pacific Marines provide the joint force and like-minded allies and partners with diverse capabilities that advance peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific for all. 

 

 

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Our Strategy

 

 

 

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