CSAF, CMSAF conduct virtual all-call with U.S. Airmen in Japan Published Feb. 11, 2022 YOKOTA AIR BASE, Japan -- Hundreds of Airmen from U.S. bases across Japan tuned in for a Feb. 8 virtual all-call meeting with Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown, Jr., and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass. During the call, Brown addressed the evolving security environment in the Indo-Pacific region, and how Air Forces in Japan fit into the global strategy while navigating COVID-19 and still taking into account the precautions that come with the current times. “We have to really think about the impact and risk we are taking between the INDO-PACOM and how we deter in the Indo-Pacific,” Brown said. “We’ve actually upped our tempo, which I think is the right thing to do, to show the competition that we don't back down from a challenge.” During the event, they also took time to recognize and highlight outstanding performers from each base for their hard work and dedication. “Regardless of our technical capability, our biggest strategic advantage is our Airmen,” Bass said. “It hasn’t been easy in Japan, so thank you for what you’re doing for your nation and the Air Force, as well as your families for the sacrifices they make each day.”