160923-N-AT895-148 NEWPORT, R.I. (Sept. 23, 2016) Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. John Richardson thanks the support staff who helped make the 22nd International Seapower Symposium (ISS) possible at U.S. Naval War College in Newport, R.I. More than 180 senior officers and civilians from more than 110 countries including many of the senior-most officers from those countries' navies and coast guards, are attending the biennial event September 20-23. This year's theme is "Stronger Maritime Partners" and will feature guest speakers and panel discussions to explore the common security challenges of maritime nations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Nathan Laird/Released)