190115-N-ES994-0266 NANJING, China (Jan. 15, 2019) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. John Richardson visits the People's Liberation Army (Navy) (PLA(N)) Command College for a roundtable discussion where he underscored the importance of lawful and safe operations around the globe. Richardson is on a three-day visit to Beijing and Nanjing to continue the ongoing dialog between the two militaries and encourage professional interactions at sea, specifically addressing risk reduction and operational safety measures to prevent unwanted and unnecessary escalation. (U.S. Navy Photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Elliott Fabrizio/Released)