 Our FDNF ships are operating in one of the most complex and dynamic regions in the world, with a range of challenges which impact and are influenced on the maritime domain. The ballistic missile defense role is just one of several missions that the border will conduct. The ship and our crew will sail throughout the theater, reassuring our NATO allies and partners while strengthening and improving interoperability. They will participate in operations and exercise with maritime partners. They will conduct a full spectrum of maritime security operations, bilateral and multilateral training exercises and NATO operations and deployments. They will host national leaders and dignitaries and conduct professional exchanges and exercises with officers and sailors from navies around the region.