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Admiral Caudle going aboard USS Fitzgerald at Garden Island <\/p>\n Admiral Caudle going aboard USS Fitzgerald at Garden Island <\/p>\n
The US Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Daryl Caudle traveled more than 18,000 miles across the US Indo-Pacific Command area of responsibility during a multi-stop visit to Australia and Singapore, underscoring the US Navy\u2019s commitment to allies, partners and forward-deployed forces in the region.<\/p>\n
The trip began in Sydney, Australia, on 19 March, where Caudle joined dozens of naval leaders from around the world in celebrating the 125th birthday of the Royal Australian Navy. During the visit, he met with Australia\u2019s Chief of Navy, Vice Admiral Mark Hammond, to discuss deepening maritime cooperation and enhancing interoperability between the two navies.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur alliance with Australia is built on more than shared interests, it\u2019s built on shared values, trust and decades of operating side by side,\u201d Admiral Caudle said. \u201cAs we look to the future, our ability to integrate seamlessly across domains ensures we remain ready to meet any challenge together.\u201d<\/p>\n
While in Perth, Australia, Admiral Caudle met with U.S. Consul General Colleen Altstock, highlighting the critical role of diplomatic and military coordination in advancing US interests abroad. During his travels, Admiral Caudle also engaged directly with sailors assigned to USS Fitzgerald (DDG-62) and USS Tulsa(LCS-16).<\/p>\n
\u201cOur forward-deployed Sailors are the backbone of our Navy\u2019s ability to operate where it matters, when it matters,\u201d Admiral Caudle said. \u201cTheir dedication, resilience and warfighting readiness send a clear message of commitment to our allies and deterrence to potential adversaries.\u201d<\/p>\n
Admiral Caudle also toured HMAS Stirling, where he received updates on infrastructure upgrades, quality-of-service improvements and maintenance enhancements designed to support continued port visits by US Navy submarines. The changes observed since Admiral Caudle\u2019s last visit in 2024 were impressive and represent a significant step forward in achieving the milestones of the AUKUS agreement.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe investments being made at HMAS Stirling demonstrate our shared resolve to ensure maritime security and stability across the Indo-Pacific,\u201d Admiral Caudle said. \u201cTogether, we are building a more integrated and capable force that can respond to evolving challenges and meet emerging threats head on.\u201d<\/p>\n
Production facilities operated by Anduril Industries and Saronic Technologies were also on Admiral Caudle\u2019s itinerary, where he was briefed on ongoing development in autonomous surface and subsurface platforms. The engagements highlighted the growing interest in advanced technologies in enhancing maritime awareness, expanding operational reach and accelerating the ability to integrate unmanned systems into the future fleet.<\/p>\n
\u201cAutonomous systems are rapidly changing the character of naval warfare,\u201d Caudle said. \u201cOur partnerships with innovative industry partners help us move faster, think differently and deliver the capabilities our Sailors need to maintain a decisive advantage at sea.\u201d These technologies are examples of the tailored offsets described in Caudle\u2019s recently released US Navy Fighting Instructions.<\/p>\n
The US Navy stated that \u201cThe 10-day trip highlighted the US Navy\u2019s differentiated value to the Joint Force and the nation through ongoing efforts to strengthen alliances and partnerships, enhance interoperability and maintain a credible forward presence across the Indo-Pacific region. The US Navy, forward-deployed and globally integrated, operates alongside allies and partners to ensure security, deter aggression and uphold the free flow of commerce that underpins global prosperity.\u201d<\/p>\n
In Singapore, Admiral Caudle attended a senior leader engagement with the Republic of Singapore\u2019s Chief of Navy, Rear Admiral Sean Wat, reinforcing the importance of regional partnerships in maintaining stability and security in the Indo-Pacific.<\/p>\n
\u201cSingapore is a vital maritime partner at the crossroads of global commerce,\u201d Admiral Caudle said. \u201cOur partnership reflects a shared commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific, where the rule of law prevails and all nations can prosper.\u201d<\/p>\n
Source: USN<\/p>\n
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