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Pfc. David Choi
Third Army/USARCENT Public Affairs
A new dining facility officially opened during a ceremony at Camp Buehring, Kuwait, Sept. 9. The Kuwait Ministry of Defense planned and constructed the dining facility for Third Army/U.S. Army Central service members deployed to Camp Buehring as well as other service members traveling through Kuwait.
"We are honored to provide this facility for our American colleagues here", said the Undersecretary for Kuwait Minister of Defense, Arch. Sheikh Sabah Al Naser
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Construction for the new facility began on Feb. 25, and was completed in six months. The construction of the new dining facility was part of a program called "Assistance in Kind." The program provides a commodity or service, rather than money.
"This (dining facility) is an example of great cooperation between Kuwait and the U.S.," said Col. John Alexander, Area Support Group–Kuwait commander. "This gesture is very much appreciated."
The new dining facility was symbolic and meant more than just a new place for service members to eat.
"Kuwait plays a strategic role in the (Global War on Terrorism)," said Lt. Col. Rodney Rose, ASG-Kuwait, host nation affairs director. "We are glad to grow and build on our mutual relationship. With this world-class (dining facility), service members enjoy having their spirits lifted and enjoy camaraderie before heading back or from theater."
| Date Taken: | 09.27.2007 |
| Date Posted: | 09.27.2007 03:52 |
| Story ID: | 12568 |
| Location: | KW |
| Web Views: | 258 |
| Downloads: | 180 |
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