Pacific engagement

Pacific Partnership makes a difference
Australian Defence Force medical and dental specialists have joined Pacific Partnership 2022 in Puerto Princesa, Philippines.

Rebuilding schools for Fijian leaders of tomorrow
In a rural Fijian town hundreds of school children were dancing, singing and celebrating the long awaited re-opening of their school.

Connection to heritage
For Lieutenant Vicky Nguyen, representing the Australian Defence Force in Vietnam has been a special moment.

Port visit reinforces Indo-Pacific relationship
HMAS Perth recently conducted a successful port visit to Jakarta, Indonesia.

ADF and Vanuatu united through sport
ADF and Vanuatu sporting associations joined forces in a five-day virtual sporting program.

Pacific family gathers in remembrance
Solomons’ International Assistance Force personnel have gathered for a memorial service to mark Fiji's Infantry Day.

Chaplain's Solomon Islands mission ends
Australian Army Chaplain Haydn Parsons was farewelled recently by the Archbishop of Solomon Islands.

Palau's patrol boat supports Pacific priorities
The Australia Defence Force is working closely with the Pacific nation of Palau to enable it to patrol its vast territorial waters and protect vital...

Navy, Air Force support Pacific fisheries
The ADF is working with its south-west Pacific neighbours to detect and deter illegal maritime activity in the region.

Working together to support PNG
ADF and Papua New Guinea Defence Force personnel are providing vital assistance to PNG with its COVID-19 response.

Conspicuous service in Fiji recognised
An Army captain's conspicuous service in Fiji has been recognised in the Australia Day honours list.

ADF support to Solomon Islands
The ADF is working with the Royal Solomon Islands Police Force (RSIPF) to restore calm after recent civil unrest in Solomon Islands.