Topic: Transpacific Partnership

FILE - This Oct. 17, 2016 file image provided by the U.S. Navy, shows the guided missile destroyer USS Decatur, right, pulling into position behind the Military Sealift Command USNS Matthew Perry, during a replenishment-at-sea, seen from the bridge of the guided-missile destroyer USS Spruance, in the South China Sea. The commander of U.S. forces in the Pacific Adm. Harry Harris said he’s concerned with China’s assertiveness in the South China Sea and the East China Sea as he headed to the Philippines to discuss the next round of joint exercises. (U.S. Navy/Petty Officer 2nd Class Will Gaskill via AP, File) (AP)

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