A member of the Japan Ground Defense Force takes aim for training exercise Orient Shield 2018. The Army and Japan Ground Self Defense Force take meticulous range safety precautions to ensure live - fire training is safe as the training area supports firing these weapons systems. OS 18 provides a valuable opportunity to train with our Japanese counterparts and other participating partner nations’ militaries, thereby, building interoperability and establishing good working relationships. Having capable, interoperable forces throughout the region fosters peace and stability, which is benefic


A member of the Japan Ground Defense Force takes aim for training exercise Orient Shield 2018. The Army and Japan Ground Self Defense Force take meticulous range safety precautions to ensure live - fire training is safe as the training area supports firing these weapons systems. OS 18 provides a valuable opportunity to train with our Japanese counterparts and other participating partner nations’ militaries, thereby, building interoperability and establishing good working relationships. Having capable, interoperable forces throughout the region fosters peace and stability, which is beneficial to interests and those of our partners.


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