The US and Indonesia joined in the practice called Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT). Namely, a series of bilateral naval exercises between the US Navy, US Marine Corps, soldiers Indonesia, Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Timor-Leste.
Lodging with Indonesia, the USS Fort Worth before visiting Surabaya for the first time in 16 months rotation US 7th Fleet. The USS Fort Worth previously also involved in the search for Air Asia in the Java Sea a few months ago.
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"It is a pleasure to operate at sea with the Navy (the Indonesian National Army - Navy), partners navy us during CARAT takes place," the commander of USS Fort Worth, Christopher Brown, as quoted Military, Tuesday (25/8 / 2015).
"(Ship) Fort Worth once again demonstrate its combat capabilities and relevance in the region, and foster personal and professional relationships long term with our Southeast Asian partners," he continued.
CARAT, continued Brown, is a model of how the Navy and the US Navy can work together to improve interoperability, develop relationships and training for some missions.
A member of the Navy who was involved in the war games are also satisfied. "During CARAT, the Indonesian Navy has a tremendous opportunity to interact and exchange tactics and had a discussion about our different abilities," said Lt. Andrew Pena.
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