In Military Name Change, U.S. Pacific Command Becomes U.S. Indo-Pacific Command
Defense Secretary Jim Mattis, speaking in Hawaii, said the largely symbolic change comes "[in] recognition of the increasing connectivity between the Indian and Pacific Oceans."
In a largely symbolic move aimed at reflecting new national priorities, the Pentagon is changing the name of the Pacific Command to the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command.
"Relationships with our Pacific and Indian Ocean allies and partners have proven critical
