U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Harriet Lane (WMEC 903) crew prepare to moor in Apia, Samoa, Feb. 7, 2024. Harriet Lane and crew are on their inaugural patrol in Oceania, and Harriet Lane and its crew will conduct subject matter expertise (SME) exchanges to build cooperation and bolster our partners’ capabilities to meet safety and security challenges within the region. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Senior Chief Petty Officer Charly Tautfest)