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U.S. Marine, Philippine Marine and Japan Ground Self-Defense Force members assault amphibious vehicles line up along the shore following an amphibious exercise as part of KAMANDAG 3 at Katungkulan Beach, Marine Barracks Gregorio Lim, Philippines, Oct. 12, 2019. KAMANDAG helps participating forces maintain a high level of readiness and responsiveness, and enhances combined military-to-military relations, interoperability, and multinational coordination. KAMANDAG is an acronym for the Filipino phrase “Kaagapay Ng Mga Manirigma Ng Dagat,” which translates to “Cooperation of the Warriors of the Sea,” highlighting the partnership between the U.S. and Philippine militaries. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Harrison Rakhshani)

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Security Cooperation and Campaigning

Published May 5, 2026
By Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Strategies, Plans, and Capabilities

What approaches to active campaigning and burden sharing enable improved access and influence with partners for effective deterrence?

Murphy, Lt. Col. Jordan, "Assuring the Republic of Korea through Nuclear Sharing: A Blueprint for an Asian Ally," AWC Strategic Studies Paper, 2019, 33 pgs.