Seaman Richard Bilich, a crew member assigned to the Legend-class U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stratton (WMSL 752), observes a fishing vessel off Stratton’s starboard bow in the Pacific Ocean, July 10, 2025. The U.S. Coast Guard and the Republic of the Marshall Islands have long cooperated to enhance maritime security and sovereignty in the Pacific with a focus on bilateral maritime law enforcement operations that help combat maritime trafficking and safeguard fisheries for both countries. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 2nd Class Kate Kilroy)