190318-N-DS193-027 MANILA, Philippines (March 18, 2019) Philippine navy cice commander Rear Adm. Rommel Jude speaks with U.S. 7th Fleet deputy commander Rear Adm. Ted LeClair during staff talks aboard the U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19). Blue Ridge is the oldest operational ship in the Navy and, as 7th Fleet command ship, actively works to foster relationships with allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific Region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Adam K. Thomas/Released)