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Philippine and U.S. government and military representatives furl the Balikatan flag during the closing ceremony to conclude Exercise Balikatan 25 at Camp Aguinaldo, Manila, Philippines, May 9, 2025. Balikatan is a longstanding annual exercise between the U.S. and Philippine armed forces designed to strengthen the alliance, showcase the capable combined force, and demonstrate the commitment to regional security and stability. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Erica S. Padgett)