170920-N-OU129-110 LUMUT, Malaysia (Sept. 20, 2017) Culinary Specialist 2nd Class Preston Cruz interacts with local students during a community relations event at Lumut Naval Base in Lumut, Malaysia as a part of Maritime Training Activity (MTA) Malaysia 2017. MTA Malaysia is a continuation of 23 years of maritime engagements between the U.S. and Royal Malaysian navies, serving to enhance mutual capabilities in ensuring maritime security and stability. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joshua Fulton/Released)