 Let me say that I am pleased and proud to be back in Rota. Today, again to celebrate for the third time the arrival of the US destroyer to its new permanent home in Spain. It is such an impressive and concrete expression of the continuity and the strength of our country's story partnership. While our cooperation goes far beyond just the sharp edge of combined military might, it is important on days like today to recognize that our shared commitment to common defense provides the bedrock of our adoring friendship.