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Defense leaders stand on the steps of the Pentagon while two rows of service members stand in the foreground holding flags.

Pentagon Ceremony

Defense Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper and Indian Prime Minister Rajnath Singh stand on the steps of the Pentagon during an Armed Forces Salute, Dec. 18, 2019.

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Tags: Indo-Pacific, Partnerships, Defense Secretary, Esper
Credit: Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class James Lee VIRIN: 191218-D-WA993-1791A.JPG

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