U.S. Army Spc. Israel Merlano (right), a combat engineer assigned to 95th Combat Engineer Company-Infantry, 130th Engineer Brigade, and Philippine Army Cpl. Allan Masongsong (left), assigned to 503rd Combat Engineer Battalion, Combat Engineer Regiment, aid in the construction of a defensive position as part of a Subject Matter Expert Exchange (SMEE) and engagement area development in support of Salaknib 25 at Fort Magsaysay, Philippines, May 16, 2025. This SMEE, conducted in preparation for Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center training, enhances interoperability between the U.S. and Philippine Armies, reinforcing a long-standing alliance, and advancing joint capabilities through shared expertise and partnership. Salaknib 2025 is an annual exercise between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and the U.S. Military designed to strengthen bilateral interoperability, capabilities, trust, and cooperation built over decades of shared experiences. (U.S. Army photo by: Sgt. Brandon Roland)
Date Taken: | 05.14.2025 |
Date Posted: | 06.10.2025 21:20 |
Photo ID: | 9096122 |
VIRIN: | 250515-A-GW658-1005 |
Resolution: | 6180x4317 |
Size: | 16.77 MB |
Location: | PH |
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