191219-N-ZQ712-1020 SASEBO, Japan (Dec. 19, 2019) Lt.

191219-N-ZQ712-1020 SASEBO, Japan (Dec. 19, 2019) Lt. Cmdr. Chris Auger, public works officer for Commander, Fleet Activities Sasebo, speaks during a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the 4160V facility on the pier adjacent to amphibious assault ship USS America (LHA 6). Modernization of shore support pier service electrical infrastructure will support the first-in-class warship. America, part of Commander, Amphibious Squadron Eleven, is operating in the Indo-Pacific region to enhance interoperability with partners and serve as a ready-response force for any type of contingency. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Chad Swysgood)