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U.S. Navy Adm. Steve Koehler, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, speaks about the importance of teamwork and cooperation during the Pacific Partnership 2026 Malaysia mission stop closing ceremony in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia, Sept. 14, 2026. Now in its 22nd iteration, Pacific Partnership, the largest annual multinational humanitarian assistance and disaster management preparedness mission conducted in the region, works collaboratively with host and partner nations to enhance regional interoperability and disaster response capabilities, increase security in the region, and foster and deepen new and enduring friendships in the region. U.S. Pacific Fleet delivers combat-ready naval forces to defend the homeland and U.S. interests, provide credible deterrence, and strengthen U.S. alliances and partnerships to ensure a secure and prosperous region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christopher Sypert)