Press Gaggle by Scott McClellan
04/18/2005
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This process will continue as we move from 20 combat brigades to 19 and then to 15 by July.
Our alliance is vital for peace and security.
I appreciate the contribution that the Japanese people are making to help this young democracy.
To continue our leading role in research and development of clean energy and climate technologies.