U.S. 7th Fleet – Philippine Navy Staff Talks

240621-N-SF508-1193 MANILA, Philippines (June 21, 2024) – Vice Adm. Fred Kacher, right, Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet, speaks with Philippine Navy Rear Adm. Renato David, Commander, Philippine Fleet, during U.S. – Philippines Staff Talks aboard the 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) during a port visit to Manila, Philippines, June 21, 2024. U.S. 7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy's largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Charles Oki)