The Carl Vinson Strike Group (CSG-1) arrived in Singapore for a scheduled port visit on Tuesday.
"This port visit reaffirms our commitment to the U.S.-Singapore defense relationship and our shared belief that lawful use of the sea and airspace are essential to prosperity, stability and security for all nations in the Pacific," said Rear Adm. Jim Kilby, CSG-1 commander. "We greatly appreciate the opportunity to return or in many cases visit this great country for the first time."
While CSG-1 is at port, sailors will volunteer their off-duty time to work in with community organizations. Sailors are volunteering at Willing Hearts, a soup kitchen, Child @ Street 11, a food bank and a non-profit organization helping low-income families provide education for their children, according to the Navy.
"Vinson sailors are excited about Singapore and this port visit," said Capt. Doug Verissimo, Carl Vinson commanding officer. "They tirelessly execute the carrier's mission in providing a presence here in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. They work hard to better themselves personally and professionally, and now they have an opportunity to get some well-deserved rest and take in the sights and culture of Singapore."
After the port visit, GSG-1 will continue their western Pacific deployment.
