Whereas in Tahiti, Paparo met with Rear Adm. Geoffroy d’Andigné, commander of French Armed Forces in French Polynesia (FAPF)/Commander of French Pacific Command (ALPACI), to debate strengthening the bilateral protection relationship and talk about the significance of sustaining a Free and Open Indo-Pacific and a rules-based worldwide order within the area.
The leaders additionally mentioned enhancing interoperability between our two navies and explored future alternatives to work collectively all through the area. The 2 navies function and train collectively globally, and just lately accomplished MARARA and RIMPAC workouts within the Indo-Pacific.
The go to to French Polynesia underscored the USA’ dedication to strengthening alliances and partnerships for an everlasting free and open Indo-Pacific.
