Marines light armored vehicles and Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force tanks prepare to conduct live fire training Aug. 16, 2017, at the live fire range in Hokudaien, Japan, during Northern Viper 17. The service members assaulted the target by cover and maneuver and suppressed fire from Japanese tanks and light armored vehicles. The has a vested interest in a secure Pacific; Combined-joint exercises enhance regional cooperation between participating nations to collectively deter security threats. ( Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Ally Beiswanger)

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