Analysis / Forces, Strategy

Landing Together

Defense Outlook Series

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Report Summary

Investments in amphibious capabilities by U.S. partners and allies in the Asia Pacific is altering the range of capabilities available in that region. It is also changing the types and frequency of exercises partner nations seek to undertake with the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps team. This study examines ally- and partner-nation investments in amphibious capabilities, how those capabilities will impact demand for U.S. forces, and the range of U.S. amphibious fleet composites to meet the changing demand.

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Kathleen Hicks and defense360, "Landing Together," Center for Strategic and International Studies, June 29, 2016, last modified June 29, 2016, https://defense360.csis.org/landing-together/.