190509-N-YM543-019 SINGAPORE (May 9, 2019) Capt. Eric J. Anduze, commanding officer of the U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), answers questions from media representatives during a port visit to Singapore. During the visit Blue Ridge and 7th Fleet Sailors will engage in local culture, host military-to-military engagements and build relationships through music and public service activities throughout Singapore. 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 3rd Class Dylan C. McKay/Released)