Service members from the U.S. and the Royal Brunei Armed Forces pose for a group photo following a pre-sail brief Sept. 14, 2023, in Brunei, in advance of an upcoming at-sea engagement. Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Brunei 2023 is the premier bilateral exercise held annually between the United States and Royal Brunei forces. The exercise focuses on improving interoperability to address shared maritime challenges and advance security in the region. (U.S. Navy courtesy asset)