https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iV3FMo4hY2s
Defense Secretary Ash Carter discussed the importance of the Asia-Pacific region and the mission there with service members during an all-hands call alongside USS John McCain at Yokosuka Naval Base, Japan, Dec. 6, 2016.
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