Overview

• The trilateral drill runs Aug. 26–31 at Camp Itami, bringing together the JGSDF, 1st (Australian) Division and U.S. Army Pacific.
• Senior leaders conducted a combined arms rehearsal on Aug. 25 at Camp Senzo to synchronize plans and resolve friction before operations.
• This 45th iteration is the largest combined trilateral command post exercise co-sponsored by USARPAC and the JGSDF.
• Organizers expanded Australian responsibilities this year as units across the force took on bigger roles to deepen cross-domain integration.
• A trilateral flag-raising on Aug. 26 and cultural exchanges on Aug. 22–23 reinforced trust and personal relationships emphasized by U.S. leaders.