PACIFIC OCEAN (June 10, 2024) Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) transits the Pacific Ocean in formation with the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78) and Chilean ships during exercise Southern Seas 2024, June 10, 2024. Porter is deployed as part of Southern Seas 2024 which seeks to enhance capability, improve interoperability, and strengthen maritime partnerships with countries throughout the U.S. Southern Command area of responsibility through joint, multinational and interagency exchanges and cooperation. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class David C. Fines)