I Paid an official visit to the National Defence College of Sri Lanka,marking a very important visit by USA ๐บ๐ธ Pacific Command.The primary objective of this diplomatic encounter was to fortify mutual defence cooperation and foster collaboration within the defence education sector
Boxer Combat Reconnaissance Vehicle crews from 2nd/14th Light Horse Regiment Queensland Mounted Infantry conducting readiness training by self deploying to the Port of Brisbane to rehearse procedures for amphibious operations with the crew of HMAS Choules.. .. not forgetting origin
I visited the Peacekeeping Operations Training Center in Kampong Speu Province on February 26 to tour their training centers and discuss potential opportunities for cooperation. I wrapped up the visit with a solemn tour at Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum to reflect on Cambodiaโs post-conflict development. Strengthening defense partnerships is a key component to ensuring security and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific and at home in the United States.
Quick trip to PNG ๐ต๐ฌ to be present for the promotion of my friend Mark Goina to the rank of MAJGEN, as he prepares to assume the appointment as CDF PNGDF. Heartfelt congrats to Mark and Maira and all the kids in what is always a family journey. Grateful to share the moment.
Inspiration even in tough times. Great privilege of assisting with the promotion of my friend and team mate from AFG Derek Oberg to LTC. Humble, good humoured, courageous and professional leader soldiers love to work with. Iโd fight to have him on my team again any day. #respect