 Welcome to All Hands Update. Here's what's happening around your Navy. Chief of Naval Operations Admiral John Richardson participated in a video teleconference with the Chief of Staff for the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force. The discussion focused on strengthening the long-standing partnership, putting emphasis on information sharing. Vice Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Bill Moran visited San Diego and the Pacific Northwest to meet with sailors and review various waterfront activities. During discussions, Moran addressed the increasing rate of change within the Navy's operating environment and keeping pace with competitors and threats. The Navy released a nav admin detailing the 2017 GMT requirements and how the training should be conducted. The two categories for general military training are standardized core training and command assigned readiness enhancement, giving commands control and determining the frequency at which the training should be given. You can read more about what's happening around your Navy at Navy.mil.