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A Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) member observes U.S. Naval Special Warfare operators and an Indian Marine Commando Force member train on a shooting range in Visakhapatnam, India during exercise Malabar 2024, Oct. 12, 2024. Malabar 24 is a combined field training exercise with the Royal Australian Navy, Indian Navy, JMSDF and U.S. Navy participants. The exercise is designed to support achievement of strategic objectives by strengthening partnerships in the Indo-Pacific and promoting interoperability in the conduct of complex warfighting operations. (Courtesy Photo)