U.S. Coast Guard crew members assigned to USCGC Stratton (WMSL 752) salute Manasa Lesuma, Fiji’s Permanent Secretary for Defense and National Security of Fiji prior to the press conference in Suva, Fiji, Feb. 8, 2022. The press conference was held to ensure partnership between the nations furthering the protection of the maritime resources and boarders. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Sarah Stegall)