U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Harriet Lane conducts maritime law enforcement operations with Cook Islands partners
Cook Island Ministry of Marine Resources Officers Bermy Ariihee and Sai Sarau stand on the deck of U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Harriet Lane (WMEC 903) before performing bilateral fishery inspections and law enforcement operations within the Cook Islands Exclusive Economic Zone June 9, 2025. The U.S. Coast Guard and Cook Islands have a shared interest in enhancing maritime security through a bilateral maritime law enforcement “shiprider” agreement. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Austin Wiley)