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7th fleet
December 17, 2019
US Navy F-35B-Carrying Amphibious Assault Ship Arrives in Japan
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The USS America arrived at its new homeport in Sasebo, Japan on December 6.
April 29, 2019
USS America, USS New Orleans to Deploy With US 7th Fleet in Japan
By Ankit Panda
USS Wasp and USS Stethem are slated to return to the continental United States.
March 01, 2018
Why a First US Aircraft Carrier Vietnam Visit Matters
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A closer look at the broader significance behind a much-anticipated development.
October 30, 2017
What 3 US Supercarriers in the Asia-Pacific Means for North Korea
By Ankit Panda
Three carriers in the 7th Fleet's area of operations is rare, but not unprecedented.
October 22, 2017
Will the Next US Pacific Command Head Be an Air Force General?
By Ankit Panda
U.S. Air Force Gen. Terrence O’Shaughnessy appears to be the most likely candidate.
October 21, 2017
What’s Next for the US Navy After Its Ship Collisions?
By Collin Koh
There are steps Washington can take with its partners to reinforce its regional commitment.
September 26, 2017
Firings, Reforms Follow US Navy Mishaps in Pacific Fleet
By Steven Stashwick
New policies and new commanders while collision investigations continue.
September 12, 2017
Is the US Seventh Fleet Unprepared to Operate at Sea?
By Steven Stashwick
Japan-based ships lack same training and readiness standards as U.S.-based.
June 21, 2016
Two US Aircraft Carriers Launch Joint Exercises Off Philippines Ahead of South China Sea Verdict
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Coordinated operations kick off ahead of much-anticipated South China Sea verdict.
June 07, 2016
Top US Navy Officer Visits US Aircraft Carrier in South China Sea
By Franz-Stefan Gady
Amid growing tensions, the U.S. Navy’s highest ranking officer visited the John C. Stennis Strike Group last weekend.
May 11, 2016
US Expands 3rd Fleet's Role in the Western Pacific
By Mina Pollmann
The California-based half of U.S. Pacific Fleet is gaining new independence.
March 05, 2016
US Carrier Strike Group Arrives in South China Sea to Deter China
By Franz-Stefan Gady
The carrier strike group is conducting ‘routine operations' in the South China Sea, according to U.S. Navy officials.
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