BLUF
The United States Air Force has held one of its largest-ever Pacific exercises, with senior officials confirming the drills are designed to counter China’s growing assertiveness and test US readiness for potential regional conflict.Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the strategic messaging behind large-scale US air operations in the Indo-Pacific.
- Analyse ADF roles in multilateral exercises supporting deterrence and regional stability.
- Identify interoperability requirements and risks for operating alongside allies in contested airspace.
