Afloat Readiness U.S. Marines stand in formation with Marines from the Royal Malaysian Navy for a photo during the opening ceremony of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training on Kota Belud Marine Base, Malaysia, Aug. 10, 2018. CARAT, in its 24th iteration, is designed to enhance information sharing and coordination, build mutual warfighting capability and support long-term regional cooperation enabling both partner armed forces to operate effectively together as a unified maritime force. Navy photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Christopher A. Veloicaza SHARE: Download: Full Size (0.4 MB) Tags: Marines, malaysia Credit: Petty Officer 3rd Class Christopher A. Veloicaza VIRIN: 180810-N-FV739-0102.JPG Photo Gallery