190902-N-UA460-0085 SATTAHIP, Thailand (Sept. 2, 2019) Senior representatives from the U.S. Navy and the maritime forces of ASEAN member states stand together on stage during the opening ceremony for the ASEAN-U.S. Maritime Exercise (AUMX) at Sattahip Naval Base. The first AUMX, co-led by the U.S. and Royal Thai navies, includes maritime forces from the U.S. and all 10 ASEAN member states. AUMX promotes shared commitments to maritime partnerships, security and stability in Southeast Asia. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Greg Johnson)