180616-N-MZ078-1012 GULF OF THAILAND (June 16, 2018) - Capt. Lex Walker, Commodore Destroyer Squadron 7, middle left, and Royal Thai Navy Adm. Thawatchai Muangkan, Commander Frigate Squadron 2, middle right, prepare to board a P8-A Poseidon maritime control aircraft for a visit in support of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Thailand 2018. The CARAT exercise series, in its 24th iteration, highlights the skill and will of regional partners to cooperatively work together towards the common goal of ensuring a secure and stable maritime environment. ( Navy photo by Mass Commu

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180616-N-MZ078-1012 GULF OF THAILAND (June 16, 2018) - Capt. Lex Walker, Commodore Destroyer Squadron 7, middle left, and Royal Thai Navy Adm. Thawatchai Muangkan, Commander Frigate Squadron 2, middle right, prepare to board a P8-A Poseidon maritime control aircraft for a visit in support of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Thailand 2018. The CARAT exercise series, in its 24th iteration, highlights the skill and will of regional partners to cooperatively work together towards the common goal of ensuring a secure and stable maritime environment. ( Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Lucas T. Hans)

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