Republic of Korea Marines with the 1st Marine Division, ROK Marine Corps, pose for a photo during an end of exercise celebration competition as part of the Korean Marine Exercise Program 25.2 in Pohang, South Korea, Aug. 9, 2025. KMEP is conducted regularly between the ROK and U.S. Marine Corps to increase their combined capabilities through realistic training geared towards deterrence and maintaining peace in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Kanoa Thomas)