EAST CHINA SEA (June 29, 2022) The crew of amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) stand in formation during a frocking ceremony on the flight deck. Tripoli is operating in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability with allies and partners and serve as a ready response force to defend peace and maintain stability in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Michael H. Lee)