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U.S. Air Force Col. Robinson Mata, 18th Mission Support Group commander, briefs members of the U.S.-Japan Conference on Cultural and Educational Interchange at Kadena Air Base.

(U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st Class Karina Lopez)

U.S. Air Force Col. Robinson Mata, 18th Mission Support Group commander, briefs members of the U.S.-Japan Conference on Cultural and Educational Interchange at Kadena Air Base, Feb. 18, 2026. The CULCON panelists visited Kadena to learn about the installation’s community engagement efforts and its role in strengthening ties with Okinawa.

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