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PHILIPPINE SEA (Dec. 6, 2022) Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) sailors aboard the multi-purpose destroyer JS Izumo (DDH 183) refuel an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from the “Warlords” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 51 during a bi-lateral anti-submarine warfare (ASW) exercise, Dec. 6. The U.S. Navy and JMSDF regularly fly, sail and operate together with other Allies and partners to promote security and stability throughout the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Deanna C. Gonzales)