Capt. Billy Mees, commanding officer of U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Bertholf (WMSL 750), and Cmdr. Leah Cole, executive officer of the Bertholf, present a plaque to Inspector General Neeraj Tiwari, Commander, Indian Coast Guard, Andaman and Nicobar Region, during a reception at the Indian Coast Guard headquarters in Port Blair, March 8, 2024. The reception allowed officers from both services to connect over regional food and cultural exchanges. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer Steve Strohmaier)