Brigadier General Shane S. Vesely, Chief of Staff of the U.S. Pacific Air Forces (PACAF), visited the Philippine Air Force (PAF) Headquarters on February 4, 2025. He paid a courtesy call on Major General Aristotle D. Gonzalez, PAF Vice Commander, as part of ongoing defense engagements between the two air forces.
The visit coincided with the 13th Airman-to-Airman Talks, a key platform for strengthening military cooperation between PAF and PACAF. Discussions focused on enhancing collaboration, deepening strategic ties, and reinforcing their shared commitment to regional security.
Both air forces reaffirmed their dedication to working together on defense initiatives, highlighting the importance of partnerships in addressing evolving security challenges in the Indo-Pacific region.