PACIFIC AMPHIBIOUS LEADERS SYMPOSIUM (PALS)
The commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific will host the annual Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium (PALS) in Hawaii, June 3-6, 2019. This symposium will bring together senior leaders of allied and partner marine corps, naval infantries, and militaries spanning the Indo-Pacific region with an interest in amphibious operations, with the objective of having a meaningful dialogue on key aspects of maritime/amphibious operations, capability development, crisis response and... read more
The commander of U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific will host the annual Pacific Amphibious Leaders Symposium (PALS) in Hawaii, June 3-6, 2019. This symposium will bring together senior leaders of allied and partner marine corps, naval infantries, and militaries spanning the Indo-Pacific region with an interest in amphibious operations, with the objective of having a meaningful dialogue on key aspects of maritime/amphibious operations, capability development, crisis response and interoperability. Currently, more than 20 allied and partner militaries are scheduled to participate. The symposium will consist of a series of panel discussions on amphibious logistics. Engagements in the Indo-Pacific such as PALS and other exercises improve cohesion, training and interoperability with our allies and partners throughout the region. The strong relationships that result from close collaboration directly enhance regional stability and economic ties, which benefit all Pacific people. show less