Vice Adm. Joe Buzzella delivers remarks during his first speech as commander of U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Area during his assumption of command ceremony in Alameda, California, March 26, 2026. He reaffirmed the service’s enduring role as a vital instrument of national power responsible for ensuring maritime safety, security and stewardship; strengthening partnerships with allies and advancing U.S. interests throughout the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Austin Wiley)