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There has never been a more exciting or

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consequential time to serve in Japan .

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Our forces work with our Japanese

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allies to advance the alliance while

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sustaining the highest levels of

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readiness . I need all of us to keep

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the focus on sharpening our sword while

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we find new and innovative ways to

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bolster our war fighting readiness . We

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stand with our Japanese allies in

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defending their nation . And ensuring

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a free and open Indo-Pacific region .

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Working together , we must be prepared

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to respond to any challenge .

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Through hard work and determination .

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We are an unstoppable force securing

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peace through our strength .