180728-N-ES994-034 VALPARAISO, Chile (July 28, 2018) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. John Richardson engages with Chilean navy leadership aboard the Chilean navy flag ship CNS Williams (FF 19) to strengthen the US-Chile naval partnership and recognize their contributions as a leader in Pacific maritime security. During the visit, Richardson toured Chilean navy facilities, presented awards to Chilean naval officers, and met with his Chilean counterpart, Adm. Julio Leiva Molina. CNO is on a multi-day trip to South America to strengthen partnerships and seek more opportunities for combined operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Elliott Fabrizio/Released)