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Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates, right, and Uruguayan Minister of Defense Jose Bayardi stand at attention as the honor guard presents arms during arrival ceremonies at the Pentagon, July 23, 2008. Gates and Bayardi will hold security talks on a variety of issues.

URUGUAYAN MINISTER ARRIVES

Defense Secretary Robert M. Gates, right, and Uruguayan Minister of Defense Jose Bayardi stand at attention as the honor guard presents arms during arrival ceremonies at the Pentagon, July 23, 2008. Gates and Bayardi will hold security talks on a variety of issues.

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