A Japanese soldier with the Japanese Ground Self-Defense

A Japanese soldier with the Japanese Ground Self-Defense Force posts security as Chinese soldiers with the People's Liberation Army provide medical attention to a simulated casualty during Exercise Khaan Quest 2015 at Five Hills Training Area in Tavantolgoi, Mongolia, June 23, 2015. Khaan Quest is a regularly scheduled, multinational exercise hosted annually by Mongolian Armed Forces and co-sponsored by U.S. Army, Pacific, and U.S. Marine Corps Forces, Pacific. KQ15 is the latest in a continuing series of exercises designed to promote regional peace and security. This year marks the 13th iteration of this training event. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by SSgt Christopher Giannetti/released)