Asia-Pacific
Indo-Pacific Command raises threat level, ends Trusted Traveler base access
Stars and Stripes
June 14, 2025
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command is responsible for military operations across a region that covers more than half the globe and includes strategic partners such as Japan, South Korea, Australia and the Philippines. (Jeadan Andre/U.S. Navy)
U.S. Indo-Pacific Command has raised its force protection condition to Bravo and implemented additional Charlie-level security measures, citing potential real-world threats.
In a message distributed Friday to units across the region, the command directed the immediate execution of Charlie Measure 6, which discontinues the Trusted Traveler program. All personnel and visitors must now undergo full identification checks before entering military installations.
Units have also been instructed to evaluate and strengthen off-installation security.
“Commanders shall increase scrutiny on worldwide travel,” the order states, directing units to closely monitor travel through the Aircraft and Personnel Automated Clearance System, ensure completion of Individual Antiterrorism Plans, require foreign travel briefings, and consultation of the Foreign Clearance Guide prior to authorizing travel.
The message did not elaborate on the nature of the threat. Personnel have been directed to contact their unit’s anti-terrorism representative for further instructions.
The command, headquartered in Hawaii, is responsible for military operations across the Indo-Pacific region, an area covering more than half the globe and including strategic partners such as Australia, Japan, the Philippines and South Korea.