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2023 the 38th iteration of the annual

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bilateral exercise between the armed

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forces of the Philippines and the US

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military concludes following the

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closing ceremony , the armed forces of

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the Philippines Chief of Staff General

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Andres C Santino kiss his closing

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remarks , the success of our latest

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joint activities as we are as resolute

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as ever in our commitment , not just to

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operate but to work side by side and

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train shoulder to shoulder , promote

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peace and stability . I very much want

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to thank the governor , right , the

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armed forces of the Philippines and the

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Filipino people for their hospitality

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and unwavering support in allowing us

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to conduct the Batan exercise on behalf

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of all of your visitors . Thank you for

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inviting us to join you on your base ,

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on your training ranges on your seas

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and your skies and in your communities .