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17. The Minister expressed encouragement and gratitude for the 2 Infantry Division (2ID) for its contribution
to the defense of the Korean Peninsula and peace in Northeast Asia, and congratulated 2ID's 100
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anniversary on October 26.

18. Minister Song and Secretary Mattis expressed appreciation for the courtesy, hospitality, and work by
both sides that contributed to the success of this year’s SCM. The Minister and the Secretary affirmed
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that the discussions during the 49 SCM and the 42 MCM contributed substantively to strengthening
the ROK-U.S. Alliance and further enhanced the development of the bilateral defense relationship into a
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mutually reinforcing Alliance. Both sides expect to hold the 50 SCM in Washington, D.C., at a mutually
convenient time in 2018. END.

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