U.S. Coast Guard, Republic of Palau strengthen maritime partnership for regional stability
Lt. Anna Vaccaro and Lt. Cmdr. Christine Igisomar stand for a photo with Governor Sharp Sakuma, the Ngaraard State Officer, Maj. Kittka, and Mr. Olkerill (kneeling) during a visit to Ngaraard in Palau in October 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)