160617-N-EH218-016 PHILIPPINE SEA (June 17, 2016) The Indian Navy Shivalik-class stealth multi-role frigate INS Sahyadri (F49), foreground, and Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) ships JS Harusame (DD-102), left, and JS Ashigara (DDG-178) transit together at the conclusion of Malabar 2016. A trilateral maritime exercise, Malabar is designed to enhance dynamic cooperation between the Indian Navy, JMSDF and U.S. Navy forces in the Indo-Asia-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryan J. Batchelder/Released)