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Secretary Handshake

Defense Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper shakes hands with Philippine Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana during a visit to Manila, Philippines, Nov. 19, 2019.

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Tags: Defense Secretary, Philippines, Indo-Pacific, Esper
Credit: Army Staff Sgt. Brandy Nicole Mejia, DOD VIRIN: 191119-D-AP390-3278.JPG

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