Lt. j.g. Sonia Sriniwass, Lt. j.g. Kata Cummings, Capt. Brian Krautler, Adm. Ronnie Gil Gavan, lt. j.g. Rojas, Lt. j.g. Antonio, and Ambassador MaryKay Carlson pose for a photo on the bridge of the Legend-class USCGC Stratton (WMSL 752) during a cutter familiarization tour in Puerto Princesa, Philippines, May 16, 2025. Stratton is deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and the U.S. 7th Fleet’s principal surface force. U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stratton is deployed to the Indo-Pacific to advance relationships with ally and partner nations to build a more secure and prosperous region with unrestricted, lawful access to maritime commons. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class William Kirk)