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    The image depicts a maritime boarding operation on the deck of a naval vessel, with armed personnel in tactical gear ascending stairs while detaining individuals with hands raised behind their heads. A second warship, appearing to be a destroyer or guided-missile destroyer, is visible in the background on open blue water. The scene is consistent with a Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure (VBSS) exercise or actual interdiction operation.

    U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY

    08.25.2013

    Photo by Lt.j.g. Gary Keen 

    U.S. Naval Forces Central Command / U.S. 5th Fleet           

    Firer Controlman 2nd Class Sara Pravl, a visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) team member from the guided-missile destroyer USS Mason (DDG 87), moves toward the bridge of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (Navy) auxiliary replenishment oiler Weishanhu (AO 887) during joint VBSS training as part of a U.S.-China counter piracy exercise. Mason is deployed in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Gary M. Keen/Released)

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    Date Taken: 08.25.2013
    Date Posted: 08.28.2013 19:35
    Photo ID: 1004973
    VIRIN: 130825-N-OM642-132
    Resolution: 2345x3355
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    Location: U.S. 5TH FLEET AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY
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    The image shows a military greeting between personnel from two different naval forces on the deck of a ship. A person in Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) uniform with a blue digital camouflage pattern and orange safety vest is shaking hands with a person in a dark blue US Navy uniform. The interaction appears cordial and formal, suggesting a bilateral naval exchange or joint exercise.
    Two military officers are engaged in conversation on what appears to be a naval vessel flight deck. One officer is wearing Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) digital camouflage uniform, while the other is wearing a U.S. Navy blue uniform with 'NAVY' visible on the chest. A military helicopter, consistent with an MH-60 Seahawk, is visible in the background.
    Three military personnel are standing on what appears to be a naval vessel's flight deck, engaged in conversation. One individual wearing a tan/khaki flight suit (consistent with US Navy attire) appears to be gesturing and explaining something, while two others in blue uniforms consistent with People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) attire listen and observe. The setting suggests a military exchange or liaison visit aboard a ship.
    The image shows a military exchange between People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) personnel and U.S. Navy sailors on the deck of a naval vessel. Two Chinese naval officers in blue digital camouflage uniforms are engaged in conversation with at least two U.S. Navy personnel, suggesting a bilateral military visit or cooperative exercise. The setting appears to be at sea under clear, sunny conditions.
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    The image depicts what appears to be a military maritime boarding exercise or drill on the deck of a naval vessel. Armed personnel in tactical gear and helmets are confronting two individuals in civilian clothing (white t-shirts) who have their hands raised. The scene takes place on an open ship deck with ocean visible in the background.
    A military or law enforcement personnel in tactical gear is conducting what appears to be a search or detainment procedure on a second individual aboard a naval vessel. The uniformed individual is wearing a helmet, body armor, tactical gloves, and sunglasses, while the other person has their hands raised behind their head in a compliance position. The setting is the deck of a military or coast guard ship, visible by the gray superstructure in the background.
    The image depicts a maritime boarding operation on the deck of a naval vessel, with armed personnel in tactical gear ascending stairs while detaining individuals with hands raised behind their heads. A second warship, appearing to be a destroyer or guided-missile destroyer, is visible in the background on open blue water. The scene is consistent with a Visit, Board, Search, and Seizure (VBSS) exercise or actual interdiction operation.
    The image shows what appears to be a maritime law enforcement or military boarding operation aboard a vessel. A young man in a white graphic t-shirt has his hands placed behind his head in a compliance position, while an armed tactical operator in full gear stands behind him. The setting is the interior of a ship's bridge or cabin area.
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    The image shows a military exchange or greeting between what appears to be a U.S. Navy officer and members of the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) aboard a naval vessel. Two senior officers are shaking hands on the ship's deck, suggesting a formal bilateral military engagement or port visit. Several PLAN sailors are visible in the background observing the interaction.
    A formal military meeting between U.S. Navy personnel and Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) officers seated across from each other at a conference table. The setting appears to be aboard a Chinese naval vessel, indicated by the Chinese military flag ('八一' August 1st flag) displayed on the back wall. The meeting appears to be a bilateral military exchange or diplomatic engagement.
    A formal military meeting is taking place between personnel in U.S. Navy uniforms and personnel in People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) camouflage uniforms around a conference table. Name placards are visible on the table, and a PLAN servicemember is recording the meeting with a video camera. The setting appears to be aboard a naval vessel, with framed Chinese calligraphy artwork visible on the walls.
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    A formal military meeting is taking place between personnel wearing People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) uniforms in blue camouflage and what appear to be U.S. Navy personnel in NWU (Navy Working Uniform) camouflage. The meeting is conducted around a conference table aboard what appears to be a naval vessel, with name placards, water bottles, and traditional Chinese tea sets visible on the table. A framed photograph of a naval warship is visible on the wall in the background.
    Two military officers, one from the U.S. Navy and one from the Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN), are engaged in a ceremonial coin or medallion exchange. The U.S. Navy officer, identified by his name tape as 'NAMAN,' is holding an open presentation box containing a commemorative medallion. The setting appears to be aboard a Chinese naval vessel, indicated by the Chinese characters and flag visible in the background.
    A U.S. Navy officer wearing a 'COMDESRON FIFTY' cap and NWU (Navy Working Uniform) camouflage is being interviewed on the deck of a naval vessel. A person in what appears to be Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) digital camouflage uniform holds a microphone bearing Chinese characters toward the officer, while a Panasonic camera operator records the interview. A naval vessel is visible in the background on the open ocean.
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