From left, U.S. Army Spc. Patrick Boutsy and Pfc. Kevin Brown conduct maintenance for communications equipment during the annual joint bilateral exercise Keen Sword, Nov. 12, 2022. Exercises like Keen Sword is an ideal training scenario for Soldiers allowing U.S. military forces to work with Japanese forces across a variety of areas to enhance the already broad interoperability of U.S. and Japanese forces.Keen Sword is the latest in a series of joint-bilateral field training exercises designed to increase combat readiness and interoperability of the JSDF and U.S. forces. The U.S.-Japan Alliance is built on shared interests and values, and a commitment to freedom and human rights. The alliance is strong and focused on reinforcing a security architecture of regional partnerships, including building new partnerships and strengthening multilateral cooperation.(U.S. Army Reserve photo by Sgt. Teresa Cantero)