U.S. Coast Guard and Papua New Guinea shipriders conduct bilateral boardings [Image 3 of 7]

RABAUL, PAPUA NEW GUINEA

03.11.2025

Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Jennifer Nilson 

U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area

Coast Guard Cutter Midgett’s (WMSL 757) law enforcement team and Papua New Guinea shipriders return after a boarding in Papua New Guinea’s exclusive economic zone, Mar. 11, 2025. Papua New Guinea lies in the heart of key shipping routes and lucrative fisheries. The U.S. Coast Guard and Papua New Guinea collaborate to mitigate shared maritime challenges and threats, promoting regional security and stability within Oceania. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Jennifer Nilson)

• Date Taken: 03.11.2025
• Date Posted: 03.26.2025 16:51
• Photo ID: 8927632
• VIRIN: 250311-G-PA286-1026
• Resolution: 2048x1445
• Size: 988.87 KB
• Location: RABAUL, PG