Air University joined forces with the Air Force General Counsel to create a new center of excellence devoted to the art of negotiation. Located at Maxwell AFB, Ala., the center, say officials, will aid the Air Force by developing airmen with skills in negotiating, collaborating, and problem-solving—“now a crucial part of the military’s skill set.” It’s supposed to work wonders in the joint environment.
Navy Adm. Samuel J. Paparo Jr. assumed leadership of the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, succeeding Navy Adm. John Aquilino at a change of command ceremony, urging action amid China's “increasing intrusive and expansionist claims,” on May 3