191012-M-DP650-319 TERNATE, Philippines (Oct. 12, 2019) U.S. Marine Corps assault amphibious vehicles assigned to 2nd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, participate in an amphibious exercise during KAMANDAG 3 at Katungkulan Beach at the Marine Barracks Gregorio Lim in Ternate, Philippines, Oct. 12, 2019. KAMANDAG helps participating forces maintain a high level of readiness and responsiveness, and enhances combined military-to-military relations, interoperability, and multinational coordination. KAMANDAG is an acronym for the Filipino phrase "Kaagapay Ng Mga Manirigma Ng Dagat," which translates to "Cooperation of the Warriors of the Sea," highlighting the partnership between the U.S. and Philippine militaries. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Matthew J. Bragg/Released)