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Defense Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper sits across from his norwegian counterpart during a meeting.

Esper Meeting

Defense Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper and Norwegian Defense Minister Frank Bakke-Jensen meet at the Pentagon, Sept. 27, 2019. The two defense leaders discussed mutual security issues and cooperation.

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Credit: Army Staff Sgt. Vanessa Atchley VIRIN: 190927-D-UJ895-0060E.JPG

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