The US Navy, perhaps ironically, begins their introduction to RIMPAC by saying “The future is maritime partnerships.” Of course, there is the ubiquitous hashtag (#PartnershipsMatter) and statement of fellowship, “The world’s navies must be able to come together quickly to work on common interests and things that are important worldwide.” Twenty-two nations, more than 40 ships and submarines, more than 200 aircraft and 25,000 personnel have come together (including China for the first time and The US but not Russia) for the exercise.