A Philippine Coast Guard service member positions a model ship during a collaborative mission planning meeting with members from the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stratton (WMSL 752), the Japan Coast Guard Vessel Akitsushima (PLH 32) and the Philippine Coast Guard, before departing Manila, Philippines, to conduct joint at-sea operations, June 3, 2023. Stratton deployed to the Western Pacific to engage with regional allies and partner nations, reinforcing a rules-based order and maritime governance to promote a free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Chief Petty Officer Matt Masaschi)