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Adm. Steve Koehler, commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, speaks to U.S. Marines assigned to the U.S. Embassy in Wellington during his visit to New Zealand, Nov. 21, 2024. Koehler traveled to New Zealand to strengthen and advance the strong partnership between New Zealand and the U.S. for an enduring resilient, free and open Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jeremy R. Boan)