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Adm. Samuel Paparo, third from left, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, and Vice Adm. Kang, Dong Hun, second from right, vice chief of naval operations, Republic of Korea Navy, meet for bilateral discussions on maritime security during the 25th International Seapower Symposium (ISS), in Newport, Rhode Island, Sept. 19, 2023. ISS is a biennial event hosted by the Office of the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) at the United States Naval War College since 1969. The symposium provides a forum for dialogue that bolsters maritime security by providing opportunities for international heads of navies and coast guards to collaborate, develop trust, and further maritime training. (Photo courtesy of U.S. Navy)