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The Marines’ Pacific allies are copying its littoral regiment moves
Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and the Philippines are developing similar ways to fight concealed across island chains.
By Todd South
Japan to OK new US Marine littoral regiment on Okinawa
Japan on Wednesday will formally approve U.S. plans for a new Marine quick-reaction force on Okinawa.
By Joe Gould
US uses farmers markets to foster ties at bases in Japan
Fostering good relations with host communities is especially important in Okinawa due to its heavy U.S. military presence and related historical issues.
Okinawa governor again sues Japan to halt building of Marine runway
The latest lawsuit is part of a winding legal battle to fight the relocation of Marine Corps Air Station Futenma.
Navy, Marine Corps test new naval integration concepts in 7th Fleet
A new task force will streamline command and control of amphibious and crisis response elements in the Indo-Pacific.
Okinawa reelects governor opposing heavy US troop presence
The plan to move Marine Corps Air Station Futenma from a crowded neighborhood to a less populated area already has been delayed for years.
Okinawa wants US base reduced 77 years after battle’s end
The governor of Okinawa is calling for further reduction of the U.S. military presence there amid growing fear of regional military tension.
Frontline Photos: March 27, 2022
Off-roading at Ramstein, training with Allies in Poland, a muddy Marine and more in this week’s Frontline Photos.
Frontline Photos: March 20, 2022
A smoky silhouette, a mountain view, urban breach training and more in this week’s Frontline Photos.
Marine sentenced to 2 years in Japanese prison for smuggling weed
Marine Cpl. Nicholas Garner was sentenced to two years in prison with hard labor and fined $4,344.
By Philip Athey