SAN DIEGO (Feb. 14, 2023) Rear Adm. Keith Davids, commander of Naval Special Warfare Command (NSWC), answers questions during the WEST 2023 convention at the San Diego Convention Center. WEST is a naval conference and exposition on the West Coast that gives an opportunity for military and industry leaders to network and demonstrate their capabilities. NSW is the nation's premiere maritime special operations force, uniquely positioned to extend the Fleet's reach and gain and maintain access for the Joint Force in competition and conflict. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Keypher Strombeck)

SAN DIEGO (Feb. 14, 2023) Rear Adm. Keith Davids, commander, Naval Special Warfare Command (NSWC), answers questions during the WEST 2023 convention held at the San Diego Convention Center. WEST is a naval conference and exposition on the West Coast that gives an opportunity for military and industry leaders to network and demonstrate their capabilities. NSW is the nation's premiere maritime special operations force, uniquely positioned to extend the Fleet's reach and gain and maintain access for the Joint Force in competition and conflict. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Keypher Strombeck)

SAN DIEGO (Feb. 16, 2023) Rear Adm. Keith Davids, commander, Naval Special Warfare Command (NSWC) and Jefe De Estado Mayor Naval de Operaciones, Vice Admiral Orlando Grisales, Armada Nacional de la República de Colombia, speak with an industry representative at the WEST 2023 convention held at the San Diego Convention Center. WEST is a naval conference and exposition on the West Coast that gives an opportunity for military and industry leaders to network and demonstrate their capabilities. NSW is the nation's premier maritime special operations force, uniquely positioned to strengthen international partnerships in support of integrated deterrence during an era of strategic competition. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Destiny Cheek)

SAN DIEGO (Feb. 16, 2023) Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable Carlos Del Toro speaks with Rear Adm. Keith Davids, commander, Naval Special Warfare Command (NSWC) and Jefe De Estado Mayor Naval de Operaciones, Vice Admiral Orlando Grisales, Armada Nacional de la República de Colombia, at the WEST 2023 convention held at the San Diego Convention Center. WEST is a naval conference and exposition on the West Coast that gives an opportunity for military and industry leaders to network and demonstrate their capabilities. NSW is the nation's premiere maritime special operations force, uniquely positioned to strengthen international partnerships in support of integrated deterrence during an era of strategic competition. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Destiny Cheek)

Rear Adm. Keith Davids, commander, Naval Special Warfare Command, congratulates Intelligence Specialist 1st Class Charles Newton, selected as an Enlisted Superior Performer, during the WEST 2023 convention held at the San Diego Convention Center. WEST is a naval conference and exposition on the West Coast that gives an opportunity for military and industry leaders to network and demonstrate their capabilities. NSW is the nation's premiere maritime special operations force, uniquely positioned to strengthen international partnerships in support of integrated deterrence during an era of strategic competition. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Destiny Cheek)

SAN DIEGO (Feb. 16, 2023) Secretary of the Navy, the Honorable Carlos Del Toro speaks with Jefe De Estado Mayor Naval de Operaciones, Vice Admiral Orlando Grisales, Armada Nacional de la República de Colombia, at the WEST 2023 convention held at the San Diego Convention Center. WEST is a naval conference and exposition on the West Coast that gives an opportunity for military and industry leaders to network and demonstrate their capabilities. NSW is the nation's premiere maritime special operations force, uniquely positioned to strengthen international partnerships in support of integrated deterrence during an era of strategic competition. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Destiny Cheek)