U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stratton concludes visit to Korea; strengthens enduring U.S.-ROK-Japan maritime partnership

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U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stratton concludes visit to Korea; strengthens enduring U.S.-ROK-Japan maritime partnership
06/06/2025 03:15 PM EDT

BUSAN, Republic of Korea —The Legend-class U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Stratton (WMSL 752) departed Busan, Republic of Korea (ROK) after a multi-day port visit, concluding maritime engagements that reinforced the United States' alliance with ROK and strengthened a trilateral partnership with Japan to promote a secure and prosperous Indo-Pacific region, June 1.
250521-N-PA218-1001 BUSAN, Republic of Korea (May 29, 2025) U.S. Coast Guard Legend-class cutter USCGC Stratton (WMSL 752) arrives in port at Busan Naval Base, Republic of Korea, May 29, 2025. Stratton’s arrival marks the beginning of a trilateral engagement between the U.S., Republic of Korea and Japanese coast guards to improve interoperability and collaboration with partners in the Indo-Pacific and maintain regional maritime security. Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Korea (CNFK) is the U.S. Navy’s representative in South Korea, providing leadership and expertise in naval matters to improve institutional and operational effectiveness between the two navies and to strengthen collective security efforts in Korea and the region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Robert A. Moses)