On the recordFebruary 3, 2015
An important purpose of United States force posture in the Pacific Region is to deter aggression on the Korean Peninsula.
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congress.govAn important purpose of United States force posture in the Pacific Region is to deter aggression on the Korean Peninsula.
Carter emphasizes the deterrent role of U.S. military presence in the Pacific against North Korea.
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