Special Operations Command Pacific

12/09/2026

12/09/2026

25/08/2026

13/08/2026

🇺🇸🤝🇵🇭 Supporting Our Philippine Allies, Serving Communities

With support from U.S. Special Operations Command Pacific, Armed Forces of the Philippines service members provided dental care to residents during a medical civic action program in Sibaltan, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines, July 30, 2026.

The dental care and donation of medical supplies demonstrate the enduring U.S. commitment to our oldest security treaty Ally in the Indo-Pacific region. As we mark the 75th anniversary of the Mutual Defense Treaty in 2026, the United States and the Philippines continue to work together to strengthen our enduring partnership and support communities across the Philippines.

📸 U.S. Army photos by Staff Sgt. Cameron Howell

01/08/2026

Today U.S. Army Brig. Gen. Michael D. Rose assumed command of SOCPAC from Maj. Gen. Jeffrey A. VanAntwerp during a change of command ceremony at Camp H.M. Smith, Hawaii. U.S. Navy Adm. Samuel Paparo, commander, U.S. Pacific Command, officiated the ceremony.

SOCPAC continues to reinforce the Department’s peace through strength approach to advance security in the Indo-Pacific, providing PACOM and the Nation effective options to keep the peace and ensure a .

📸: (U.S. Air Force photos by Master Sgt. Theanne K. Tangen)



United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM)

29/07/2026

15/07/2026

West Coast-based Naval Special Warfare operators navigate through the forest during jungle warfare training at Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, as part of Exercise Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2026.

RIMPAC 2026 brings together 30 nations, 30 ships, five submarines, 15 national land forces, more than 190 aircraft, and over 30,000 personnel for the world's largest international maritime exercise. Conducted in and around the Hawaiian Islands from June 24 to July 31, the exercise strengthens interoperability, enhances readiness, and reinforces the partnerships that help ensure the security of sea lanes and the world's oceans.

Now in its 30th iteration since beginning in 1971, RIMPAC continues to provide unparalleled opportunities for participating forces to train together in realistic, challenging environments.

📸 This image was altered for security purposes in accordance with USSOCOM Manual 360-1. U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Alex Perlman

12/06/2026

SOCPAC welcomed The Honorable Derrick M. Anderson, Assistant Secretary of War for Special Operations and Low-Intensity Conflict, during a recent visit to the command.

While visiting SOCPAC, Anderson met with personnel and received updates on ongoing special operations forces operations, priorities, and initiatives across the Indo-Pacific region. As part of the visit, he recognized five SOCPAC members with coins for their outstanding performance, professionalism, and dedication to mission success. The coins were presented in the presence of SOCPAC Commander Maj. Gen. Jeffrey VanAntwerp and Command Master Chief Joaquin Martinez, highlighting the importance of the recognition.

06/05/2026