Staff Sgt. Nicholas Roberts, 736th Security Forces Squadron, assists a host nation representative putting on tactical gear during the Pacific Defender subject matter expert exchange May 10, 2012. Pacific Defender allows partner nations to exchange ideas and methods of training within the Pacific region and showcases U.S. commitment to its allies and partners in the Asia-Pacific region. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Jeffrey Schultze/Released)