New Commander Assures Allies US Forces Ready to Respond to Any Contingency in South China Sea
2015-07-18 09:57:55 source：U.S. News
July 17, 2015
"The new U.S. commander of the Pacific Fleet assured allies Friday that American forces are well equipped and ready to respond to any contingency in the South China Sea, where long-seething territorial disputes have set off widespread uncertainties.
Adm. Scott Swift, who assumed command of the Pacific Fleet in May, said the Navy may deploy more than the four coastal combat ships it has committed to the region. Swift also disclosed that he was 'very interested' in expanding annual combat exercises the U.S. Navy holds with each of several allies into a multi-nation drill, possibly including Japan."
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