Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth stands with members of the USS Chosin (CG-65) and Coast Guard Cutter Kimball (WMSL 756) after presenting an award to Diego Portillo, who will become the member of the National Aeronaval Service of Panama to attend the Naval Academy, April 9, 2025, in Panama City Panama. During Hegseth’s visit of the Chosin, he met with crewmembers, toured the ship, and gave a speech highlighting the role the U.S military plays in maintaining strong relationship with partner nations like Panama. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Austin Wiley)