 The Navy's newest submarine squadron stood up December 14th at Naval Support Activity Bahrain. Commander Submarine Squadron 21 replaces Commander Task Force 54 Detachment. Submarine Squadron 21 will provide operations and oversight for our deployed submarines in the region with a primary focus on safety of operations and ensuring the best quality support to 5th Fleet operations. The squadron will help prepare submarines for the unique and challenging shallow water in high contact density environments in the region and provide assessments and additional training as necessary to the deployed submarines. The squadron will also provide more localized support and enhance existing relationships with the Kingdom of Bahrain. The standing up of Submarine Squadron 21 is another example of the Navy's commitment to engagement with partner nations here in the area to include establishing a permanent submarine presence and to support the Theater Security Cooperation mission. For Commander Naval Force Essential Command, I'm Petty Officer Damien Berg.