U.S. Coast Guard, Canadian forces, and international partners conclude Operation North Pacific Guard 2026

U.S. Coast Guard sent this bulletin at 08/17/2026 04:00 PM EDT

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U.S. Coast Guard, Canadian forces, and international partners conclude Operation North Pacific Guard 2026
08/17/2026 02:46 PM EDT

JUNEAU, Alaska – The U.S. Coast Guard, Canadian forces, and international partners concluded a joint
A U.S. Coast Guard long-range interceptor boatcrew from the Legend-class cutter Midgett (WMSL 757) monitors boarding team members conducting a law enforcement boarding of a fishing vessel under Regional Fisheries Management Organizations authority in the Pacific Ocean, July 2, 2026. RFMO boardings ensure compliance with international fisheries regulations and counter illegal, unregulated and unreported fishing in the Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Coast Guard Photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Austin Wiley)