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190501-N-YG414-111 JAKARTA, Indonesia (May 1, 2019) Vice Adm. Phil Sawyer, commander of U.S. 7th Fleet, and Capt. Eric J. Anduze, commanding officer of the U.S. 7th Fleet command ship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), are greeted by traditional dancers during an arrival ceremony in Jakarta, Indonesia. During the visit, Blue Ridge and Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet Sailors will engage in local culture, host military-to-military engagements, and build relationships through music and public service activities throughout Jakarta. Blue Ridge is the oldest operational ship in the Navy and, as 7th Fleet command ship, actively works to foster relationships with allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific Region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Patrick Semales/Released)