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Diwaniya deck opening: Embracing host nation's tradition

U.S. Air Force Col. Jason Hanover, 386th Air Expeditionary Wing commander, cuts a ribbon while Chief Master Sgt. Jose Barraza, 386th AEW command chief master sergeant, holds the ribbon during a ceremony for a new Diwaniya Deck opening at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia May 14, 2015. The Diwaniya is deeply vested in tradition and honor; the core of the host nation’s social, business and political life. The venue allows members to discuss topics of interest, introduce associates, form alliances and network socially. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Racheal E. Watson)

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Diwaniya deck opening: Embracing host nation's tradition

Published May 15, 2015
By Senior Airman Racheal E. Watson
386th Air Expeditionary Wing Public Affairs

Southest Asia -- U.S. Air Force Col. Jason Hanover, 386th Air Expeditionary Wing commander, cuts a ribbon while Chief Master Sgt. Jose Barraza, 386th AEW command chief master sergeant, holds the ribbon during a ceremony for a new Diwaniya Deck opening at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia May 14, 2015. The Diwaniya is deeply vested in tradition and honor; the core of the host nation’s social, business and political life. The venue allows members to discuss topics of interest, introduce associates, form alliances and network socially. (U.S. Air Force photo by Senior Airman Racheal E. Watson)