U.S. Indo-Pacific Command recognizes the dedication, accomplishments, and commitment of Adm. John C. Aquilino to preserving peace, stability, and fostering cooperation through steadfast engagement with partners and Allies throughout the Indo-Pacific. Aquilino retired after 40 years of service in the Navy, transferring command to Adm. Samuel J. Paparo in a ceremony on May 3, 2024. (U.S. Navy video by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Shannon M. Smith, Army Sgt. Austin Riel)
PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii – Adm. Samuel J. Paparo assumed command of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command from Adm. John C. Aquilino during a change of command ceremony May 3, 2024.
CAMP H.M. SMITH, Hawaii – Adm. John C. Aquilino, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, hosted a virtual Chiefs of Defense meeting at the USINDOPACOM headquarters in Hawaii to strengthen military-to-military relationships, discuss common security issues and foster regional cooperation, April 29, 2024.
TOKYO — Adm. John C. Aquilino, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited Japan from April 21-23, 2024. This was Aquilino’s final overseas engagement with partners and Allies as commander of USINDOPACOM. Aquilino will be relieved by Adm. Samuel Paparo during a change of command ceremony, May 3.
SEOUL, Republic of Korea – Adm. John C. Aquilino, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited the Republic of Korea from April 10-11, 2024, where he engaged with senior government and military leaders to further develop the U.S.-ROK military-to-military relationship.
SYDNEY - Adm. John C. Aquilino, commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, visited Canberra and Sydney, Australia from April 7-10, 2024, where he met with senior government and military leaders and participated in think tank forums, demonstrating the solidarity of the U.S.-Australia Alliance.
CANBERRA, Australia - Adm. John C. Aquilino, Commander of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, presented Gen. Angus Campbell, Australia Chief of Defence Force, with the Legion of Merit, Degree of Commander, at the Russell Office complex on April 8.
