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U.S. Pacific Command PACOM

SEPTEMBER 2012

U.S. Adm. Samuel J. Locklear III

Adm. Samuel J. Locklear is the commander, U.S. Pacific Command, Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii. His personal decorations include the Defense Distinguished Service Medal, Distinguished Service Medal with one gold star, Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit with four gold stars, Bronze Star Medal, and numerous individual, campaign and unit awards.

Locklear: Pacom Priorities Reflect New Strategic Guidance

With clear direction from President Barack Obama and Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta, the new U.S. Pacific Command chief said he’s using the new strategic guidance as a roadmap as he sets priorities and engages with the region. Story

Pacom Strives to Strengthen Alliances, Build Partnerships

Calling alliances and partnerships the bedrock of U.S. Asia-Pacific strategy, Navy Adm. Samuel J. Locklear III, the commander of U.S. Pacific Command, said he’s committed to building on them as he implements the new defense strategy focused on the region. Story

Pacom Exercise Program Integrates Disaster Response Preparation

As they reach out to long-time allies and new partners alike to increase regional engagement through U.S. Pacific Command’s exercise program, officials are finding that one of the biggest enticements is a common threat: Mother Nature. Story

Locklear: China Visit Represents
Positive Step

The top U.S. officer in the Pacific said he’s more convinced after his recent visit to China that the two countries can build on common ground as they strive to get their military-to-military relationship back on track. Story

Pacom Works to Advance U.S.-India Strategic Partnership

As U.S. Pacific Command strives to build stronger alliances and partnerships across the Asia-Pacific region, one of its big focuses is on taking the military-to-military relationship with India to the next level. Story

North Korea Remains Key Focus for
Pacific Command

Nearly six decades after an armistice agreement established a cease-fire that ended the Korean War, maintaining the fragile peace there and ensuring South Korean and U.S. troops are prepared to respond to aggression remains a top priority for U.S. Pacific Command. Story