U.S. Coast Guard, Republic of Palau strengthen maritime partnership for regional stability
Governor Sharp Sakuma explains concerns with a channel entrance to Lt. Anna Vaccaro during a Ngaraard site visit in Palau on Oct. 13, 2023. Following the signing of an expanded bilateral law enforcement agreement in August, during the Joint Heads of Pacific Security conference, representatives of the U.S. Coast Guard and the Republic of Palau embarked on a series of meetings and initiatives to advance maritime partnership and promote regional stability. (U.S. Coast Guard photo)