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U.S. military command reverts to Pacific Command name
The command that oversees U.S. forces in the region changed its name from Indo-Pacific Command back to Pacific Command on June 16. Officials described the change as a return to historical roots.
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The U.S. military command responsible for operations across a wide area of Asia and the Pacific reverted to its former name of Pacific Command on June 16. A statement from officials described the decision as a matter of honour, pride, and respect for historical roots.
Background on the prior name The command had carried the name Indo-Pacific Command for eight years after the word Indo was added to reflect India's role in regional strategy.
Analyst reactions Christopher Clary, an associate professor of political science at the University at Albany, said the renaming is senseless. He added that the change risks damaging ties with India and that sceptics could view it as an effort to appease China.
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