Reoptimization for Great Power Competition

“I’m extremely proud of the Space Force and all the good it has accomplished. But, as good as we are, as much as we’ve done, as far as we’ve come, it’s not enough. We are not yet optimized for Great Power Competition.”

~ Chief of Space Operations
Gen. Chance Saltzman

The establishment of the U.S. Space Force was a direct response to threats arising from Great Power Competition in the space domain. Nevertheless, our legacy roots leave us sub-optimized for the security environment confronting us today, and we must finish fine-tuning the service to continue meeting its National Defense Strategy responsibilities

In early 2024, the Department of the Air Force unveiled sweeping plans for reshaping, refocusing, and reoptimizing the Air Force and Space Force to ensure continued supremacy in their respective domains while better posturing the services to deter and, if necessary, prevail in an era of Great Power Competition. Through a series of 24 DAF-wide key decisions, four core areas which demand the Department’s attention will be addressed: Develop People, Generate Readiness, Project Power and Develop Capabilities.

The space domain is no longer benign; it has rapidly become congested and contested.

We must enhance our capabilities, develop Guardians for modern warfare, prepare for the high intensity fight, and strengthen our power projection to thrive and win in this new era of Great Power Competition.

Video by Kyler Hood

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U.S. Navy Physical Readiness Test Ensures Sailors are Mission-Ready

Commander Navy Region Hawaii

Dec. 23, 2025 | 0:54

Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Tristan Kyle Labuguen, the assistant command fitness leader for Navy Region Hawaii explains the importance of the Navy Physical Readiness Test (PRT), which is conducted twice per year for all active-duty and reserve Sailors as well as recruits at boot camp. The PRT includes pushups, the forearm plank and a 1.5-mile timed run. The alternate cardio options to the 1.5-mile outdoor run/walk include the following: a timed 500-yard swim, a 12-minute stationary cycle or a 1.5-mile run/walk on a treadmill. PRT evaluates Sailors' upper body strength, core strength and cardiovascular endurance, ensuring that Sailors maintain peak physical capacity and are mission-ready. Commander, Navy Region Hawaii oversees the shore-based operations, quality of life programs, and environmental stewardship in support of the United States Navy's mission in the Pacific. (U.S. Navy video by Kyler Hood)