180614-N-FV739-159 PATTAYA, Thailand (June 14, 2018) Rear Adm. Joey Tynch, right, commander of Logistics Group Western Pacific, and Vice Adm. Rassadang Teeranet, commander-in-chief of the Royal Thai Navy, left,, prepare to deliver remarks for the opening ceremony of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Thailand 2018. The CARAT exercise series, in its 24th iteration, highlights the skill and will of regional partners to cooperatively work together towards the common goal of ensuring a secure and stable maritime environment. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher A. Veloicaza/Released)