181016-N-IO414-1062 BUSAN, Republic of Korea (Oct. 16, 2018) Commander, Naval Forces Korea, Rear Adm. Michael E. Boyle salutes the Ensign before boarding the Avenger-class mine countermeasures ship USS Chief (MCM 14) for a tour of the ship. Chief, part of Mine Countermeasure Squadron 7, is operating in the Indo-Pacific region to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response platform for contingency operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jordan Crouch /Released)