U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stratton (WMSL 752) servicemembers pose with members from the Japan, and Philippine coast guards next to trash they collectively cleaned up during a community relations event in Manila, Philippines, June 2, 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)