Aaron Snipe

At the Mansfield Foundation’s U.S.-Japan Space Forum, Deputy Chief of Mission Aaron Snipe, @NASA representatives, and the U.S. Space Forces-Japan Commander (and fellow @JETProgram alum) Colonel Ryan Laughton emphasized the vital importance of bilateral cooperation across military, government, and commercial space sectors. Together, we are securing the future of the final frontier. @USSSpaceForce

During America’s 250th anniversary year, we are strengthening 🇺🇸 🇯🇵 ties at every level.  Over dinner with Japanese Consul General Hideaki Chotoku in Honolulu, Deputy Chief of Mission Aaron Snipe discussed new opportunities for collaboration and celebration between @USEmbassyTokyo and @CGJapanHNL, one of Japan’s oldest diplomatic missions.🌺🌴🏄

Deputy Chief of Mission Aaron Snipe had excellent discussions with Deputy Commander of @PacificMarines, Major General Matthew T. Mowery. The unshakeable U.S.-Japan Alliance is the cornerstone of Indo-Pacific peace and prosperity. Our partnership grows stronger every day. Together, we're building a more secure future for the region. #MARFORPAC

From crossing bridges to building them, Deputy Chief of Mission Aaron Snipe led a Mission Japan weekend of @America250 festivities and friendship with partners in Iwakuni. @Freedom250 @USConsFukuoka

A day of 🇺🇸🇯🇵 fun, food, and friendship in Iwakuni! Deputy Chief of Mission Aaron Snipe and Fukuoka's Principal Officer Virsa Perkins joined the crowds at Friendship Day, Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni and @JMSDF_SDF Air Wing 31’s combined open house. Now in its 47th year, Friendship Day is a chance for the local community to meet 🇺🇸🇯🇵 personnel, learn about their vital work, and enjoy the best of 🇺🇸🇯🇵 culture and cuisine 🌭🍔🍙🍡. @America250 @Freedom250

Flying high in the @LockheedMartin flight simulator at Iwakuni’s Friendship Day. @LockheedMartin’s Bill Blair explained the simulator technology to Deputy Chief of Mission Aaron Snipe and discussed the 🇺🇸 defense firm’s partnership with the 🇺🇸🇯🇵 Alliance to keep it sharp, strong, and state-of-the-art. @LMJapanNews

“Iwakuni is an example of what we can achieve when we listen, share ideas, and work together to overcome challenges and build a future of peace and prosperity.” During a reception to celebrate 250 years of American independence, Deputy Chief of Mission Aaron Snipe applauded local Iwakuni and 🇺🇸🇯🇵 air station leaders, the @USConsFukuoka team, and the wider Iwakuni community for building a relationship that supports the 🇺🇸🇯🇵 Alliance and its mission to maintain a free, open, and peaceful Indo-Pacific. @America250 @Freedom250 @muraoka_tsugu @FukudaYoshihiko @DassaiSake

Iwakuni’s five-arch Kintai Bridge has connected people and communities for centuries. During a visit to the iconic landmark, Deputy Chief of Mission Aaron Snipe heard from Iwakuni Mayor @FukudaYoshihiko how the 🇺🇸🇯🇵 Iwakuni communities have been building their own bridges of understanding and exchange for decades.