Throwback to Valiant Shield 2024 in Palau. U.S. joint forces strengthened air and maritime readiness in the first multinational iteration. Over10,000 participants, including personnel from Canada, Japan and France, demonstrated integrated capability and consistent regional commitment.
“Valiant Shield provides us a unique opportunity to operate and engage with our Allies and Partners and to demonstrate our shared commitment to global security and stability,” said U.S. Navy Adm. Stephen T. Koehler, commander of the U.S. Pacific Fleet.
The 2026 iteration is scheduled to take place across various locations in Guam, Hawaii and Japan.