Under joint operations, Chief of Staff, Joint Staff office integrated concept of operations including those of 3 forces. And, Chief of Staff, Joint Staff office became Self Defense Fleet actively conduct bilateral exercise with US Seventh Fleet and boost flag level exchange.
It is indispensable to deepen mutual understanding in tactics and intention sharing and to maintain interoperability in order to execute the smooth bilateral operation.
Also, in view of conducting mission granted to Self Defense Force under Law concerning situation in areas surrounding Japan, it is important to exercise procedures of cooperation and coordination often.
These efforts attribute to the enforcement of efficacy for Security Treaty with United States and to the maintenance and improvement of deterrence.