PHILIPPINE SEA (Oct. 26, 2020) The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) Asahi-class destroyer Shiranui (DD-120), left, and the Takanami-class destroyer JS Makinami (DD-112) sail in formation during Keen Sword 21. Keen Sword is an example of the strength of the U.S.-Japan Alliance, the foundation of peace and security in the Indo-Pacific region for more than 60 years. The relationships built and maintained during these events are critical to our shared capability to respond to contingencies at a moment’s notice. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ryre Arciaga)