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191023-N-FV739-0164 MAURA, Brunei (Oct. 23, 2019) U.S. Navy Sailors and Royal Brunei Armed Forces observe local customs for a cultural exchange during a women’s leadership symposium in support of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Brunei. This year marks the 25th iteration of CARAT, a multinational exercise designed to enhance U.S. and partner navies' abilities to operate together in response to traditional and non-traditional maritime security challenges in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christopher A. Veloicaza/Released)