Pentagon renames Indo-Pacific Command back to Pacific Command (opens original article in a new tab)

The U.S. Defense Department has renamed U.S. Indo-Pacific Command back to U.S. Pacific Command, citing historical significance and military heritage.

• U.S. Defense Department renamed U.S. Indo-Pacific Command back to U.S. Pacific Command
• Pentagon stated the name change honors the command's historical roots and military heritage
• Area of responsibility remains unchanged from U.S. West Coast to western border of India