 The U.S. and Republic of Korea navies held a conference this weekend in Japan. Topics included air and ballistic missile defense, warfare tactics and communications. These conferences help improve war-fighting skills and strengthen the partnership between the U.S. and Republic of Korea. Back in the states, the Navy held a kill-a-ing ceremony last week for the 11th Lateral Combat Ship. This milestone recognizes the first joining of the ship's components and is the formal beginning in the life of the ship. PCU Sue City is the first ship to be named after its namesake city. Her sponsor Mary Winnefeld said she looks forward to bringing the ship to life when it's commissioned. Read more about these stories at Navy.mil. From all hands, thanks for watching.