In Honolulu, General Charles Flynn spoke about the importance of building a network of land forces with Pacific partners to deter threats to regional stability. The U.S. Army and its allies are working together to strengthen relationships and defend sovereignty in the face of growing challenges from China and North Korea. Flynn emphasized the need for urgency and collaboration among regional countries, highlighting the strategic advantages that land forces provide.
Flynn outlined four steps to achieve this goal: reorganizing capabilities, regenerating joint warfighting capabilities, reapplying land power for unity of effort, and building enduring advantages through regional posture. The U.S. Army has deployed various task forces and elements near China, and is engaging in extensive exercises like Operation Pathways to enhance multilateral cooperation.
Flynn noted the increasing thirst for collaboration in the region, with more countries participating in joint training events and exercises. The development of a Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center (JPMRC-X) aims to bring high-level training closer to partner nations and strengthen regional defense capabilities. The progress made through these efforts demonstrates the unity and collective commitment among regional armies to address shared security challenges effectively.
