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Sgt. Maj. Joy M. Kitashima, center, command senior enlisted leader, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, thanks Fleet Command Master Sgt. Feliciano A. Lazo, right, sergeant major, Armed Forces of the Philippines, in front of group of senior enlisted leaders from several countries during the Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium, July 8, 2025, in Manila, Philippines. As part of PALS, this was the first time senior enlisted leaders had a dedicated forum to come together to build relationships and discuss ways to better mentor, lead, and develop their enlisted forces. Through discussions, engagements, and presentations, PALS enhances cooperation, tackles common threats, protects shared resources, and maintains sovereignty in the Indo-Pacific. This year’s symposium hosted senior leaders from 23 participating nations who are committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific, with the objective of strengthening and developing regional relationships. Master Gunnery Sgt. Jeremy M. Vought, left, senior enlisted advisor of communication strategy and operations, MARFORPAC, prepares a gift to be presented to Lazo. (Photo courtesy of the Philippine Marine Corps)

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Aug 12, 2025

Sgt. Maj. Joy M. Kitashima, center, command senior enlisted leader, U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific, thanks Fleet Command Master Sgt. Feliciano A. Lazo, right, sergeant major, Armed Forces of the Philippines, in front of group of senior enlisted leaders from several countries during the Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium, July 8, 2025, in Manila, Philippines. As part of PALS, this was the first time senior enlisted leaders had a dedicated forum to come together to build relationships and discuss ways to better mentor, lead, and develop their enlisted forces. Through discussions, engagements, and presentations, PALS enhances cooperation, tackles common threats, protects shared resources, and maintains sovereignty in the Indo-Pacific. This year’s symposium hosted senior leaders from 23 participating nations who are committed to a free and open Indo-Pacific, with the objective of strengthening and developing regional relationships. Master Gunnery Sgt. Jeremy M. Vought, left, senior enlisted advisor of communication strategy and operations, MARFORPAC, prepares a gift to be presented to Lazo. (Photo courtesy of the Philippine Marine Corps)

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