1808120-N-FV739-098 KOTA KINABALU, Malaysia (August 20, 2018) - Amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD 2) anchors off the coast of Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia in support of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) 2018. CARAT Malaysia in its 24th iteration, is designed to enhance information sharing and coordination, build mutual warfighting capability and support long-term regional cooperation enabling both partner armed forces to operate effectively together as a unified maritime force. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christopher A. Veloicaza)

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