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U.S. Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta looks on as New Zealand Prime Minister John Key signs an official guest book before a meeting at the Pentagon, July 21, 2011. Both leaders are expected to discuss topics of mutual interest between the two nations.

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U.S. Defense Secretary Leon E. Panetta looks on as New Zealand Prime Minister John Key signs an official guest book before a meeting at the Pentagon, July 21, 2011. Both leaders are expected to discuss topics of mutual interest between the two nations.

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