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THE RIM OF THE PACIFIC EXERCISE (RIMPAC) is the world’s largest international maritime warfare exercise, held BIENNIALLY since its inception in 1971. It began with the participation of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States, aiming to enhance interoperability and foster cooperative relationships among Pacific Rim nations. Over the years, RIMPAC has grown significantly, with recent exercises involving up to 29 nations, including Japan, republic of korea, India, and France.

29 PARTICiPATING COUNTRIES

UNITED STATES - AUSTRALIA - BELGIUM - BRAZIL - BRUNEI - CANADA - CHILE - COLOMBIA - DENMARK - ECUADOR - FRANCE - GERMANY - INDIA - INDONESIA - ISRAEL - ITALY - JAPAN - MALAYSIA - MEXICO - NETHERLANDS - NEW ZEALAND - PERU - REPUBLIC OF KOREA - REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES - SINGAPORE - SRI LANKA - THAILAND - TONGA - UNITED KINGDOM

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Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), JS Haguro (DDG 180) at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii during Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2024. *** Local Caption *** Approximately 320 Australian Defence Force personnel have joined twenty-nine international partners to undertake the world�s largest international maritime exercise. Held across training areas in and around the Hawaiian Islands from 26 June to 02 August 2024, Exercise Rim of the Pacific 2024 (RIMPAC) is a biennial international military exercise hosted by Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet. The ADF contribution includes the Royal Australian Navy Hobart Class guided missile destroyer (DDG) HMAS Sydney and a Royal Australian Air Force P-8A Poseidon aircraft. RIMPAC aims to be the premier joint combined maritime exercise and enables Australia to strengthen international partnerships, enhance interoperability and improve readiness for a wide range of potential operations. This year RIMPAC will feature 30 nations, 40 surface ships, four submarines, 14 national land forces, more than 170 aircraft and approximately 25,000 personnel.

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SHIPS FROM 16 NATIONS PARTICIPATED IN A WIDE RANGE OF SIMULATIONS, INCLUDING ANTI-SUBMARINE WARFARE, MULTI-SHIP SURFACE WARFARE, AMPHIBIOUS LANDINGS AND MULT-AXIS DEFENSE OF AIRCRAFT CARRIERS.

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Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), JS Haguro (DDG 180) at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii during Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2024. *** Local Caption *** Approximately 320 Australian Defence Force personnel have joined twenty-nine international partners to undertake the world�s largest international maritime exercise. Held across training areas in and around the Hawaiian Islands from 26 June to 02 August 2024, Exercise Rim of the Pacific 2024 (RIMPAC) is a biennial international military exercise hosted by Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet. The ADF contribution includes the Royal Australian Navy Hobart Class guided missile destroyer (DDG) HMAS Sydney and a Royal Australian Air Force P-8A Poseidon aircraft. RIMPAC aims to be the premier joint combined maritime exercise and enables Australia to strengthen international partnerships, enhance interoperability and improve readiness for a wide range of potential operations. This year RIMPAC will feature 30 nations, 40 surface ships, four submarines, 14 national land forces, more than 170 aircraft and approximately 25,000 personnel.

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These international aircraft operations are vital as they improve coordination, communication and joint mission capabilities. They ensure allied forces can work seamlessly together in real-world scenarios. 

25,000 personnel

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Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), JS Haguro (DDG 180) at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii during Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2024. *** Local Caption *** Approximately 320 Australian Defence Force personnel have joined twenty-nine international partners to undertake the world�s largest international maritime exercise. Held across training areas in and around the Hawaiian Islands from 26 June to 02 August 2024, Exercise Rim of the Pacific 2024 (RIMPAC) is a biennial international military exercise hosted by Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet. The ADF contribution includes the Royal Australian Navy Hobart Class guided missile destroyer (DDG) HMAS Sydney and a Royal Australian Air Force P-8A Poseidon aircraft. RIMPAC aims to be the premier joint combined maritime exercise and enables Australia to strengthen international partnerships, enhance interoperability and improve readiness for a wide range of potential operations. This year RIMPAC will feature 30 nations, 40 surface ships, four submarines, 14 national land forces, more than 170 aircraft and approximately 25,000 personnel.

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The people of RIMPAC are crucial as they bring unique expertise, cultural perspectives and operational experiences. Their collaboration fosters mutual understanding and strengthens international partnerships.

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