Philippine Marine Corps LAV-150 Light Armored Vehicles stage before the final event of Marine Exercise 2026 near Cotabato City, Mindanao, Philippines, May 28, 2026. MAREX strengthens interoperability between the Philippine Marine Corps and U.S. Marine Corps while reinforcing the enduring U.S.-Philippine alliance and combined readiness to respond to any crisis. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Staff Sgt. Bryant Rodriguez)