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POHANG, Republic of Korea (Nov. 14, 2007) Helicopters from Marine Medium Helicopter Squadron 265 (Reinforced), 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit (31st MEU), III Marine Expeditionary Force (III MEF), fly in formation in support of an amphibious landing, Nov. 14, during Korean Interoperability Training Program '08. The amphibious landing was conducted to provide the Republic of Korea military the sustained capability to respond to future contingencies from ship to shore. KITP is an annual bilateral exercise to maintain readiness and sustain the long-term security assistance relationship between the Republic of Korea and U.S. military.

110615-N-UN340-011 SAN DIEGO (June 15, 2011) – Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command (SPAWAR) Public Affairs Specialist Nicole Collins (left) and Finnish Navy Lt. Cmdr. Juha Ravanti discuss the importance of coalition interoperability at the 2011 Coalition Warrior Interoperability Demonstration (CWID) at SPAWAR Systems Center Pacific. CWID is a Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff directed annual exercise that enables NATO and Coalition partners to assess cutting-edge information technology under exercise conditions based on real-world-inspired warfighter and Homeland Security/Homeland Defense scenarios.

SPAWAR, as the Navy's Information Dominance Systems Command, provides the tactical networks, space systems, and C4ISR assets and services to enable the critical command, control and coordination required by fleet operators. (U.S. Navy photo by Rick Naystatt/Released)

CHITTAGONG, Bangladesh - Lance Cpl. Derrick Daley, a combat engineer with Engineer Operations Company, Marine Wing Support Squadron 172, Marine Wing Support Group 17, 1st Marine Aircraft Wing, III Marine Expeditionary Force, straightens steel rebar Sept. 13, with the help of Bangladeshi soldiers, to be used in the concrete ceiling of a school. The Marines are halfway through the completion of the second story of a school they have been expanding. The Marines are conducting an engineering civil action project, Bangladesh Interoperability Program '11, in coordination with the Government of Bangladesh and along with elements of the Bangladesh Armed Forces Division.

A Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force soldier recovers his parachute after conducting high altitude-low opening jump training over Malemute drop zone, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 24, 2015. JGSDF and U.S. Army paratroopers conducted the practice jump utilizing Royal Australian and U.S. Air Force aircraft as part of Pacific Airlift Rally 2015, a biennial, multilateral tactical military symposium designed to enhance military airlift interoperability and cooperation between nations of the Pacific region for future humanitarian missions. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alejandro Pena)

Soldiers from the Armed Forces of Montenegro and Romanian Armed Forces practice proper techniques for conducting dismounted patrols on roadways, wooded areas and open fields, June 14, 2018, during Exercise Platinum Wolf 2018. The Serbian-led two-week, multinational peacekeeping exercise, brings more than 500 soldiers from 10 nations together to enhance military cooperation and interoperability at Serbia’s South Base and Borovac Training Area, June 11-22. (Ohio National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Beth Holliker)

Philippine Marine Staff Sgt. Arnaldo O. Manguiat, left, a squad leader assigned to 511th Marine Company, 11th Marine Battalion, and Philippine Marine Sgt. Henry V. Lalap, right, a mortarman with the company, establish coordinates for the next series of 81mm mortars to be aimed for a bilateral live fire mortar training event May 7, 2014 at Crow Valley, Philippines, during Balikatan 2014. The Philippine Marines and U.S. Marines trained together to increase mission readiness. Balikatan is an annual training exercise that strengthens the interoperability between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military in their commitment to regional security and stability, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Joey S. Holeman, Jr./Released)

Philippine Marine Corps Pfc. Harold James F. Juan adjusts the position of his team’s 81mm mortar May 7 at Crow Valley, Philippines during exercise Balikatan 2014. During the training, Philippine and U.S. Marines fired mortars alongside one another. Balikatan is an annual training exercise that strengthens the interoperability between the Armed Forces of the Philippines and U.S. military and their commitment to regional security and stability, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief. Juan is a mortarman with 511th Marine Company, 11th Marine Battalion, Philippine Marine Corps. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Lena Wakayama/Released)

170827-N-JN410-102 INDIAN OCEAN (Aug. 27, 2017) The Talwar-class frigate INS Trikand (F51) practices underway replenishment approaches with the amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) as part of bilateral interoperability drills following the Pearl Harbor’s visit to Goa, India. The bilateral drills between Pearl Harbor and Trikand were aimed to enhance interoperability between the two navies and emphasize the importance of communications and coordination while operating together at sea. Pearl Harbor, with embarked 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, recently completed a routine port visit to Goa, India to experience the city’s culture and history as part of their scheduled patrol in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Ensign Kris Rodriguez/Released)

Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers recover their gear and parachutes after conducting high altitude-low opening jump training over Malemute drop zone, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 24, 2015. JGSDF and U.S. Army paratroopers conducted the practice jump utilizing Royal Australian and U.S. Air Force aircraft as part of Pacific Airlift Rally 2015, a biennial, multilateral tactical military symposium designed to enhance military airlift interoperability and cooperation between nations of the Pacific region for future humanitarian missions. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alejandro Pena)

Pfc. Chris Smart, a paratrooper assigned to 1st Battalion (Airborne), 501st Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division, U.S. Army Alaska, recovers his parachute after conducting a practice jump on Malemute drop zone, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 24, 2015. Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force and U.S. Army paratroopers conducted the practice jump utilizing Royal Australian and U.S. Air Force aircraft as part of Pacific Airlift Rally 2015, a biennial, multilateral tactical military symposium designed to enhance military airlift interoperability and cooperation between nations of the Pacific region for future humanitarian missions. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alejandro Pena)

Military personnel and delegates from more than 40 nations gathered at the Zambian Army Headquarters, Aug. 7, 2013, in Lusaka, Zambia, for an opening ceremony to begin the Africa Endeavor 2013 exercise. Africa Endeavor is U.S. Africa Command's annual 10-day communications exercise and focuses on information sharing and interoperability between African nations. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Zach Sheely/RELEASED)

Military personnel and delegates from more than 40 nations gathered at the Zambian Army Headquarters, Aug. 7, 2013, in Lusaka, Zambia, for an opening ceremony to begin the Africa Endeavor 2013 exercise. Africa Endeavor is U.S. Africa Command's annual 10-day communications exercise and focuses on information sharing and interoperability between African nations. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Zach Sheely/RELEASED)

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ATLANTIC OCEAN (Oct. 9, 2017) The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) fires its Mark 45 5-inch gun while conducting a live-fire evolution during exercise Joint Warrior 17-2, Oct. 9, 2017. Joint Warrior is a U.K.-led, multinational exercise that develops interoperability and cooperation in all applicable warfare areas. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Theron J. Godbold /Released)

U.S. Marine Sgt. Scott Veck, a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter crew chief with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force - Southern Command, observes flight operations in Coveñas, Colombia, Sept. 30, 2019, during a humanitarian assistance and disaster relief rehearsal. The exercise will test and strengthen the interoperability and responsiveness between these countries, preparing for real-world disaster scenarios in the region. The task force is conducting training and engineering projects hand-in-hand with partner nation military members in Latin America and the Caribbean during their deployment to the region, which coincides with hurricane season. Veck is a native of Parker, Colorado. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Stanley Moy)

U.S. Army Leaders assigned to 1st BN, 27th Infantry Regiment, 2nd BCT, 25th Infantry Division, participate in an air assault exercise with the ROK (Republic of Korea) Army on Camp New Mexico, South Korea, March 12, 2015. The two Army's train together during joint training exercise Foal Eagle 2015 as a way to strengthen partnership and increase interoperability. (U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Samantha Van Winkle)

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SHOALWATER BAY TRAINING AREA, Queensland, Australia (Jul 16, 2011) 2nd Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 4th Stryker Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division machine gunners train with machine gunners from the 7th Battalion, Royal Australian Army, at Camp Sam Hill on Shoalwater Bay Training Area during Talisman Sabre 2011. TS11 is a biennial combined training activity, designed to train Australian and U.S. forces in planning and conducting Combined Task Force operations to improve Australian Defense Force/U.S. combat readiness and interoperability. The exercise reflects the closeness of the alliance and the strength and flexibility of the ongoing military-military relationship. (Photo/ U.S. Army Specialist Mitchell Ternay, 4th Stryker Brigade 2nd Infantry Division Public Affairs)

U.S. Marines and Sailors with Task Force Koa Moana (TF KM) 20, I Marine Expeditionary Force, conduct COVID-19 testing with employees of the Palauan Ministry of Health at the port of Malakal, Republic of Palau, July 22, 2020. Marines and Sailors with TF KM20, I MEF, are conducting engagements in the Republic of Palau from July through September 2020. Koa Moana, meaning “ocean warrior,” is designed to strengthen and enhance relationships between the U.S. and partner nations/states in the Indo-Pacific region, improve interoperability with local security establishments, and serve as a Humanitarian Assistance Survey Team afloat in support of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command’s strategic and operational objectives. TF KM20 provides a unique opportunity to enhance relationships in the Republic of Palau. The Koa Moana task force has taken extensive measures to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. The health and safety of U.S. service members and Palauan citizens participating in TF KM20 is an enduring priority. Prior to deploying, all exercise members participated in a three-week quarantine. After arriving in Palau, the Marines and Sailors remain quarantined for an additional 14 days. To date, all members deployed as part of TF KM20 tested negative for COVID-19. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Stephanie Cervantes)

Lt. Col. Theodore A. Johnson (middle,) squadron commander assigned to 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, stands with the commanders of the Coldstream Guard, the Royal Canadian Regiment and the Romanian Land Forces while speaking to the many Troops in attendance during the Sarmis Opening Ceremony in Brasov, Romania, May 18, 2015. This ceremony marks the transition from the multinational interoperability training during Wind Spring to Sarmis, in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve-South, that will transpire throughout the next couple of weeks. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. William A. Tanner/released)

Military personnel representing 38 African nations begin erecting communications equipment, Aug. 10, 2013, at an air force base in Lusaka, Zambia, for Exercise Africa Endeavor 2013. Africa Endeavor is U.S. Africa Command's annual 10-day communications exercise and focuses on information sharing and interoperability between African nations. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Zach Sheely/RELEASED)

Salitre 2014 is a Chilean-led exercise where a coalition of U.S., Chile, Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay air forces focus on increasing interoperability between these allied nations.

Battle Group Poland U.S. combat engineers learn how to assemble and arm an anti-personnel obstacle breaching system during training near Bemowo Piskie Training Area June 9. Saber Strike 17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year’s exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Kevin Wang/Released)

Capt. Philip Peacock, operations captain assigned to Papa Company, 3rd Royal Canadian Regiment, stands with the commanders of the British Coldstream Guard, the Romanian Land Forces, and 2nd Squadron, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, while speaking to the many Troops in attendance during the Sarmis Opening Ceremony in Brasov, Romania, May 18, 2015. This ceremony marks the transition from the multinational interoperability training during Wind Spring to Sarmis, in support of Operation Atlantic Resolve-South, that will transpire throughout the next couple of weeks. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. William A. Tanner/released)

A Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force soldier watches a U.S. Air Force C-130 Hercules, assigned to the 374th Wing from Yokota Air Base, prepare for takeoff from Malemute drop zone, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 24, 2015. JGSDF and U.S. Army paratroopers conducted the practice jump utilizing Royal Australian and U.S. Air Force aircraft as part of Pacific Airlift Rally 2015, a biennial, multilateral tactical military symposium designed to enhance military airlift interoperability and cooperation between nations of the Pacific region for future humanitarian missions. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alejandro Pena)

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CAPE TOWN, South Africa (Feb. 25, 2021) South African naval officers observe the Role 2 Lite Maneuver medical team facility during a tour of the Expeditionary Sea Base USS Hershel “Woody” Williams (ESB 4) in Cape Town, South Africa, Feb. 25, 2021. Hershel “Woody” Williams is operating in U.S. Sixth Fleet to conduct interoperability training and build strategic partnerships with their African partners. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Eric Coffer/Released)

ARTA TRAINING RANGE, Djibouti (Oct. 7, 2015) U.S. Marines with the 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit stage vehicles prior to moving to their final objective during a desert survival and tactics course. Elements of the 15th MEU trained with the 5th Overseas Combined Arms Regiment (RIAOM) in Djibouti from Sept. 21 to Oct. 7 in order to improve interoperability between the MEU and the French military. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Sgt. Steve H. Lopez/Released)

Joint Interoperability Testing Command ushers in new command and senior enlisted leadership with a ceremony July 26 at the JITC Compound, Fort Huachuca, Arizona. (U.S. Army Photo by Karen Sampson)

A panel of medical flag officers discusses joint-medical readiness during the 2022 Rim of the Pacific Exercise (RIMPAC) Medical Symposium at Sharkey Theater on Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii on July 1, 2022. The panel consisted of Rear Adm. Bruce Gillingham, Navy Surgeon General; Rear Adm. Sarah Sharkey, Royal Australia Navy; Rear Adm. Pamela Miller, Indo-Pacific Command Surgeon; and Brig. Gen. Paula Lodi, U.S. Army Incoming 18th Medical Command Commanding General. The panel was facilitated by Capt. Michael McGinnis, U.S. Pacific Fleet Surgeon. The theme of the medical symposium was "interoperability." The panel members discussed how international partnerships and standardization can improve patient outcomes if/when medical assets are called to respond to a wartime situation or humanitarian crisis.

Pvt. Richard Kellogg, a native of Atlanta, Ga., assigned to 1st Battalion (Airborne), 501st Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division, U.S. Army Alaska, descends during a practice jump over Malemute drop zone, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 24, 2015. Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force and U.S. Army paratroopers conducted the practice jump utilizing Royal Australian and U.S. Air Force aircraft as part of Pacific Airlift Rally 2015, a biennial, multilateral tactical military symposium designed to enhance military airlift interoperability and cooperation between nations of the Pacific region for future humanitarian missions. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alejandro Pena)

Battle Group Poland tested its readiness and interoperability as part of NATO's enhanced Forward Presence during Bull Run, a simulated training exercise, July 16 near Suwalki, Poland. The unit rehearsed an alert, a tactical road march to designated positions throughout the area and set up community engagements with local residents. The training is designed to ensure that the U.S., Polish, U.K. and Romanian soldiers are capable and ready to carry out their allied mission to deter adversaries, and when necessary, defend the NATO alliance. The U.S.-led Battle Group Poland is one of NATO's four multinational battle groups deployed as a deterrence force in the eastern part of the alliance. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Patricia Deal/Released)

A Soldier assigned to the Ohio National Guard’s 838th Military Police Company defends the perimeter during dismounted patrol training at Exercise Platinum Wolf 2018, June 15, 2018. About 50 members of the 838th MP Company arrived in the Republic of Serbia June 10 to participate in the two-week, multinational peacekeeping exercise, which brings 10 nations together to enhance military cooperation and interoperability at Serbia’s South Base and Borovac Training Area, June 11-22. (Ohio National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Beth Holliker)

Battle Group Poland U.S. Soldiers are marching for a pass and review near Bemowo Piskie Training Area June 5. Saber Strike17 is a U.S. Army Europe-led multinational combined forces exercise conducted annually to enhance the NATO alliance throughout the Baltic region and Poland. This year's exercise includes integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the 20 participating nations’ militaries.(U.S. Army photo by Spc. Kevin Wang/Released)

Military personnel representing 38 African nations begin erecting communications equipment, Aug. 10, 2013, at an air force base in Lusaka, Zambia, for Exercise Africa Endeavor 2013. Africa Endeavor is U.S. Africa Command's annual 10-day communications exercise and focuses on information sharing and interoperability between African nations. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Zach Sheely/RELEASED)

Battle Group Poland and 15th Mechanized Brigade conduct a Road March with U.S., U.K. and Polish tactical vehicles from Bemowo Piskie Training Area to the Sulwalki Gap and then to the Polish Lithuanian border June 18. The multinational formation will be performing wet gap crossings in Lithuanian as part of the joint training exercise Iron Wolf which is held in conjunction with Saber Strike 17. The exercises include integrated and synchronized deterrence-oriented training designed to improve interoperability and readiness of the militaries of the 20 participating nations throughout the Baltic region and Poland.

170318-N-ME988-155 CAPUL MIDIA, Romania (March 18, 2017) Capt. Larry LeGree, commodore, Amphibious Squadron 8, answers questions from media during a press conference for the commencement of exercise Spring Storm 17. Spring Storm 17 is a Romanian led bilateral exercise to enhance interoperability between Romanian and American forces. Sailors and Marines aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Carter Hall (LSD 50) are participating in the exercise. The ship is deployed with the Bataan Amphibious Ready Group to support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Darren M. Moore/Released)

Soldiers assigned to the Ohio National Guard’s 838th Military Police Company prepare to clear a building while searching for potential dangerous obstacles on the road during a 5-mile dismounted patrol scenario at Exercise Platinum Wolf 2018, June 15, 2018. About 50 members of the 838th Military Police Company arrived in the Republic of Serbia June 10 to participate in the two-week, multinational peacekeeping exercise, which brings 10 nations together to enhance military cooperation and interoperability at Serbia’s South Base and Borovac Training Area, June 11-22. (Ohio National Guard photo by Senior Master Sgt. Beth Holliker)

A paratrooper assigned to 1st Battalion (Airborne), 501st Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division, U.S. Army Alaska, descends during a practice jump over Malemute drop zone, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 24, 2015. Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force and U.S. Army paratroopers conducted the practice jump utilizing Royal Australian and U.S. Air Force aircraft as part of Pacific Airlift Rally 2015, a biennial, multilateral tactical military symposium designed to enhance military airlift interoperability and cooperation between nations of the Pacific region for future humanitarian missions. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alejandro Pena)

Military personnel representing 38 African nations improvise while erecting communications equipment, Aug. 10, 2013, at an air force base in Lusaka, Zambia, for Exercise Africa Endeavor 2013. Africa Endeavor is U.S. Africa Command's annual 10-day communications exercise and focuses on information sharing and interoperability between African nations. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Zach Sheely/RELEASED)

Military personnel representing 38 African nations begin the scenario-driven exercise portion of Africa Endeavor 2013, Aug. 12, 2013, at an air force base in Lusaka, Zambia, after six days of preparation and planning. Africa Endeavor is U.S. Africa Command's annual 10-day communications exercise and focuses on information sharing and interoperability between African nations. (U.S. Army National Guard photo by Spc. Zach Sheely/RELEASED)

A U.S. Soldier assigned to 2nd Battalion, 8th Cavalry Regiment

introduces a German soldier to the U.S. M2A1 .50–caliber

machine gun Jan. 16 at the Pabrade Training Area, Lithuania.

American Soldiers and their German counterparts got hands-on experience with each other’s weapon systems commonly carried onto the battlefield. (Photo by Sgt. Alexandra Shea, U.S. Army)

During the German Memorial Ceremony United King- dom Brig. Gen. Giles Hill, deputy commanding general- interoperability for the 82nd Airborne Division, Lt. Col. Andreas Wiechert, German liaison officer for the XVIII Airborne Corps, and Sgt. Maj. Ronny Hahnlein, Ger- man liaison, place a wreath on one of the eight German graves in honor of those who had fallen, held Nov. 20.

Multinational soldiers from KFOR Regional Command - East secured a helicopter landing zone and conducted slingload operations in the vicinity of Kleçke, Kosovo demonstrating interoperability of forces in the KFOR area of operations. Operation Amber Castle is being conducted to showcase the joint capability and multinational interoperability of KFOR RC-East's commitment to providing a safe and secure environment and freedom of movement for the people and institutions of Kosovo. (U.S. Army photos by Staff Sgt. Nicholas Young, RC-East Public Affairs)

Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force soldiers recover their gear and parachutes after conducting high altitude-low opening jump training over Malemute drop zone, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 24, 2015. JGSDF and U.S. Army paratroopers conducted the practice jump utilizing Royal Australian and U.S. Air Force aircraft as part of Pacific Airlift Rally 2015, a biennial, multilateral tactical military symposium designed to enhance military airlift interoperability and cooperation between nations of the Pacific region for future humanitarian missions. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alejandro Pena)

Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force Sgt. Kuniaki Iwakura, from Chiba prefecture, proceeds to the recovery point after conducting a practice high altitude-low opening jump on Malemute drop zone, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 24, 2015. JGSDF and U.S. Army paratroopers conducted the practice jump utilizing Royal Australian and U.S. Air Force aircraft as part of Pacific Airlift Rally 2015, a biennial, multilateral tactical military symposium designed to enhance military airlift interoperability and cooperation between nations of the Pacific region for future humanitarian missions. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alejandro Pena)

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CAPE TOWN, South Africa (Feb. 25, 2021) Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class Daniel Layug uses a boatswain’s pipe during a Key Leader Engagement on the mission deck of the Expeditionary Sea Base USS Hershel “Woody” Williams (ESB 4) in Cape Town, South Africa, Feb. 25, 2021. Hershel “Woody” Williams is operating in U.S. Sixth Fleet to conduct interoperability training and build strategic partnerships with their African partners. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Eric Coffer/Released)

Battle Group Poland U.S. Strykers are staged on the dirt trail in the vicinity of their battle positions as part of the Bull Run training exercise near Suwalki, Poland, July 16. The training, in accordance with NATO's enhanced Forward Presence initiative, allowed the unit to check its readiness and improve its interoperability as U.S., Polish, U.K. and Romanian soldiers must work side-by-side to carry out their allied mission. The U.S.-led Battle Group Poland is one of NATO's four multinational battle groups deployed as a deterrence force in the eastern part of the Alliance. (U.S. Army photo by Spc. Kevin Wang/Released)

Battle Group Poland tested its readiness and interoperability as part of NATO's enhanced Forward Presence during Bull Run, a simulated training exercise, July 16 near Suwalki, Poland. The unit rehearsed an alert, a tactical road march to designated positions throughout the area and set up community engagements with local residents. The training is designed to ensure that the U.S., Polish, U.K. and Romanian soldiers are capable and ready to carry out their allied mission to deter adversaries, and when necessary, defend the NATO alliance. The U.S.-led Battle Group Poland is one of NATO's four multinational battle groups deployed as a deterrence force in the eastern part of the alliance. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. 1st Class Patricia Deal/Released)

The main Interoperability Showcase area where the tours begin at HIMSS12

Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force Sgt. Kuniaki Iwakura, from Chiba prefecture, descends during a practice high altitude-low opening jump over Malemute drop zone, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska, Aug. 24, 2015. JGSDF and U.S. Army paratroopers conducted the practice jump utilizing Royal Australian and U.S. Air Force aircraft as part of Pacific Airlift Rally 2015, a biennial, multilateral tactical military symposium designed to enhance military airlift interoperability and cooperation between nations of the Pacific region for future humanitarian missions. (U.S. Air Force photo/Alejandro Pena)