JS ASAHI conducted a trilateral exercise with USS DEWEY and HMAS PARRAMATTA

From 4 to 6 July, JS ASAHI conducted a trilateral exercise with the USS DEWEY and HMAS PARRAMATTA in East China Sea to East of Okinawa.
This exercise contribute to the improvement of JMSDF's tactical capabilities and strengthening cooperation between JMSDF, U.S. Navy and Royal Australian Navy. The United States and Australia share basic values and strategic interests with Japan, and contributes to the realization of a “Free and Open Indo-Pacific” together.
The Self-Defense Fleet remains responsive, continue to integrate with allied and friendly navies, safeguards the peace and security of Japan, and contributes to the stability in the Indo-Pacific region.