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Snapshots of what’s happening in the Defense Department.

Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates (left) and Chinese Defense Minister Gen. Cao Gangchuan observe a pass and review during an official military welcoming ceremony honoring Gates' arrival to Beijing, China, on Nov. 5, 2007. Gates is in Beijing on an official three-day visit to China.

Secretary Gates and Chinese Defense Minister Gen. Cao Gangchuan observe a pass and review.

Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates (left) and Chinese Defense Minister Gen. Cao Gangchuan observe a pass and review during an official military welcoming ceremony honoring Gates' arrival to Beijing, China, on Nov. 5, 2007. Gates is in Beijing on an official three-day visit to China.

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