27TH ANNUAL PASOLS

PHOTO CAPTIONS:

1. The New Zealand Defence Force hosted a reception for PASOLS delegates on board the Royal New Zealand Navy's newest frigate, HMNZS Te Kaha.

2. PASOLS delegates observed traditional dances performed by the indigenous inhabitants of New Zealand, the Maori people.

3. Observers from Vietnam, Sr. Col. Nguyen Bien Thuy and Lt. Col. Huy Tran Quang.

4. Besides the formal examination of multilateral logistics initiatives, PASOLS promotes a spirit of understanding and cooperation between the members of Asia-Pacific armed forces. Col. Clive Badelow of Australia and Maj. Kamsing Soseng-Ing of Laos join three New Zealand delegates (center) at a reception.

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The topics discussed by panel groups included:

• "Trends Toward Using Civilian Contractors in Support of Military Operations,"
• "Integration of Civilian Contractors into Military Structures (Contracting Out)," and
• "Applicability of Industry Trends and Best Practices for Military Logistics."

Opening ceremonies were highlighted by a traditional New Zealand welcome and keynote addresses delivered by Mr. Gerald Hensley, the New Zealand Secretary of Defence, and Lt. Gen. John McDuffie, the U.S. Joint Staff Director for Logistics (J4). Adm. Joseph Prueher, Commander in Chief, U.S. Pacific Command (USCINCPAC), also delivered a special address to the forum. All three speakers noted the value of PASOLS to advancing logistics and promoting cooperation in the region.

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Welcoming remarks were provided by both co-chairs, Air Commodore John Worden, Assistant Chief, Development, Headquarters, New Zealand Defence Force, and Brig. Gen. Philip Mattox, Director of Logistics, Engineering and Security Assistance, USCINCPAC, and PASOLS Secretariat.

This year's logistics cooperation theme and discussion topics proved to be timely and applicable to all nations. Speakers from a variety of nations provided presentations related to the theme and specific discussion topics. Presenting nations included Australia, Brunei, Canada, Fiji, Japan, Korea, New Zealand, Singapore, and the United States. Briefings were also provided by civilian consultants and contractors specializing in defense and industry partnering relationships. Additional briefings provided on the progress of current initiatives by Australia, New Zealand, Philippines, and Tonga resulted in the approval of a new initiative related to contracting out. Australia agreed to take the lead on this new forum titled Pacific Area Cooperation in Outsourcing (PACOUT).

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Most evenings were filled with opportunities to socialize, learn about New Zealand's culture, and get to know fellow delegates. Delegates were honored by an invitation to visit the Awataha Marae, which included an opportunity to learn about Maori history and culture; Maori are the indigenous people of New Zealand. A reception was held on board the HMNZS Te Kaha, New Zealand's newest frigate.

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From the warm hospitality of the New Zealand hosts to the enthusiastic participation of all delegates, PASOLS XXVII maintained tradition for excellence in logistics cooperation and sharing. The next meeting of the PASOLS forum is scheduled for September 1999 in Suva, Fiji. The theme will be "Logistics Cooperation: Developed and Developing Countries."