U.S. Pacific Command joint forces, along with allied and partner forces, kicked off Exercise Valiant Shield 2026 in the Indo-Pacific region to strengthen the joint and combined force through training in precise, lethal and overwhelming scenarios.
Ships from 17 allied and partner nations arrived at Naval Station Norfolk, Va., to prepare for Fleet Exercise 250, a multinational maritime training event designed to enhance interoperability and test the integrated forces in a dynamic environment.
Military leaders from the U.S and Thailand officially launched the fourth annual Enduring Partners exchange, representing a comprehensive synchronization of the Washington Air National Guard and the Royal Thai Air Force.