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Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC)

RIMPAC, or Rim of the Pacific Exercise, is the world's largest international maritime military exercise held every two years near Hawaii. It involves hundreds of ships, submarines, aircraft, and thousands of personnel from numerous countries. The goal is to promote cooperation, interoperability, and readiness among allied naval forces, allowing them to practice skills like combat tactics, disaster response, and maritime security. RIMPAC advances global maritime stability by fostering collaboration and understanding among participating nations, ensuring they can work effectively together in various maritime scenarios.