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Had a great visit to Panama where I had a chance to learn more about how their security forces are building capacity to defend our shared values.
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The relationship with our Panamanian partners is key to our enduring promise for cooperation, prosperity, and security.
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Our #LAMAT23 dental team in action! Very grateful for the partnerships we've built so far, and what we’ve already learned from each other in the first few days of seeing patients.
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Strengthening our partnership with Honduras:
Yesterday in Honduras, Laura Dogu, along with Gen. James C. McConville, announced the U.S. donation of parts to Honduras for the maintenance of C-208 aircraft.
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donó piezas a para el mantenimiento de aviones C-208. Apreciamos trabajar de la mano para apoyar a en la defensa de sus fronteras. Fue un placer contar con la presencia de General McConville de @ArmyChiefStaff. @FFAAHNShow this thread
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Honored to visit Honduras where I had the opportunity to talk about our like-minded efforts with Honduran military leaders and build on our iron-clad relationship.
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I’m also impressed with what our Soldiers are doing there in cooperation with our partners. We always remain stronger together!
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U.S. Army South is conducting a planning conference in Guyana for the upcoming TRADEWINDS23 exercise. TRADEWINDS23 is a multi-domain, Army South-planned, exercise with training in ground, air, sea, and cyber operations.
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Aboard the Cutter
have teamed up with @theuscglantarea & Brazilian Navy, , on a scheduled multi-mission deployment to counter illicit maritime activities & strengthen relationships for maritime sovereignty throughout the region.
#StrengthenPartnership
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#StrengthenPartnerships! hosts 16 partner nations in planning for the upcoming UNITAS LXIV (64) exercise. UNITAS is the longest-running multinational maritime exercise in the world. Conceived in 1959, UNITAS I took place in 1960.
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Encantada de dar la bienvenida a 🇨🇱a Gen. McConville, quien está trabajando con sus homólogos chilenos para fortalecer los lazos militares. La seguridad de nuestras naciones y nuestro hemisferio es una de nuestras prioridades compartidas #ChileEEUU200
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The DoD recognizes the bravery and exceptional service of Black military and civilian personnel this and every #BlackHistoryMonth, and we celebrate the richness and diversity of their achievements.
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Grateful for the opportunity to speak to an impressive group of #AlliesandPartners from 14 different nations this morning at the . Since 1962, this college has prepared its students to assume senior strategic-level positions around the world.
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PDC is with partners and colleagues from Guyana Civil Defense Commission, , and other supporting agencies in Georgetown, Guyana planning the upcoming Tradewinds 2023 Exercise taking place in July 2023 in #Guyana.
#SaferWorld
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Commander, Rear Adm. Mark Fedor, and members of his staff visit Commander, Rear Adm. Jim Aiken, and staff onboard . The two leaders discussed ongoing operations in the U.S. Southern Command Area of Responsibility (AOR).
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#LaFamilia
Special Operations Command South (SOCSOUTH) Command Team, Brigadier General Peter Huntley and Command Sergeant Major Jody Hall visited 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne) at Camp “Bull” Simons, Fla., Jan. 31, 2023.
#StrongerTogether #Agile
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This week I met with Commander-in-Chief of the Chilean Army, Gen. Iturriaga and Chilean Army leaders to discuss our commitment to collaboration and enhancing cooperation between our two armies.
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It’s great to see, first hand, how we are working together to strengthen our ability to ensure the security and prosperity of our hemisphere.
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#StrengtheningPartnerships: The Cutter Stone is in #Brazil as part of a scheduled multi-mission deployment in the South Atlantic to counter illicit maritime activities & strengthen regional relationships.
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#BlackHistoryMonth is here. Stay tuned to our social channels as we honor and celebrate the tremendous contributions made by Black service members now and throughout history. #BHM2023
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The U.S. is a leading advocate for the responsible use of space. During the Space Conference of the Americas, space leaders collaborated with counterparts from 11 W. Hemisphere nations to strengthen partnerships to benefit the region.
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Between the 1st and 15th of February, the United States’ Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team (LAMAT) will perform surgeries and exchange knowledge in Suriname as part of the U.S. Southern Command’s (USSOUTHCOM’s) Enduring Promise mission. ow.ly/71cr50MFL4Z
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USSOUTHCOM has officially kicked off operation Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team #LAMAT23! A team of 29 Airmen and Soldiers will provide medical support to Suriname, Guyana and Saint Lucia during the next few months.
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Gen. Richardson stressed that the U.S. aims to work with partners in the region to protect the #space domain.
"The United States seeks to build institutional capacity within partner nation space programs that will foster growth in capability."
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“Space collaboration is key to expanding our regional partnerships.”
At the Space Conference of the Americas yesterday Gen. Laura Richardson highlighted opportunities for space cooperation in Latin America, including
➡️Info Sharing
➡️Cybersecurity
➡️Domain Awareness
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UNITAS LXIV: BEGIN PLANNING
Commander of #MARFORSOUTH dedicates time to address the multinational team conducting planning for the upcoming Exercise #UNITASLXIV in #Colombia 🇨🇴.
#EnduringPromise #RegionalPartners #RegionalSolutions #BuildOurTeam
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& #InfanteriadeMarinaColombiana hosted partners from all over the region to come together, build relationships, and set conditions for an outstanding event.
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#UNITAS is the longest running multinational maritime exercise in the world and remains a key opportunity to build #interoperability, increase readiness, and advance maritime concepts as a united force.
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Great meeting with the Colombian military leadership during my visit to Colombia. Our partnerships are built on trust and a shared understanding to provide a safe and secure environment for our hemisphere.
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#SOUTHCOM welcomed distinguished guests from the Department of Defense and the community for a groundbreaking ceremony for the future site of the new military housing complex supporting the command.
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#USSPACECOM is participating in the Space Conference of the Americas, a gathering for like-minded spacefaring nations in the region to facilitate meaningful discussions and expand partnerships through space collaboration. #StrongerTogether
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#Space leaders from @DeptofDefense are joining with reps from 11 Western Hemisphere nations for the Space Conference of the Americas in Miami. The conference is focused on expanding regional space partnerships to ensure the responsible use of space. @USNorthernCmd @US_SpaceCom
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Today we've reached a big #QualityOfLife milestone! GEN Daly participated in a groundbreaking ceremony in Doral, Florida, where the & its selected privatized partner, Lendlease, will build safe, affordable and quality housing for service members assigned to .
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One of our strongest partners celebrated a special milestone today with the groundbreaking of their new military housing complex. #Mayor and City Council joined several community leaders in support of our brave service members. 🇺🇸
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A look at today's groundbreaking ceremony for the future site of a military housing complex supporting #SOUTHCOM service members & families. Thanks to our community partners who joined our celebration today, including , , Mayor & !
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#Space leaders from are joining with reps from 11 Western Hemisphere nations for the Space Conference of the Americas in Miami. The conference is focused on expanding regional space partnerships to ensure the responsible use of space.
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#ICYMI Army Medical Service Officers on their way to the Army Aviation & Logistics Center of Excellence #CaptainsCareerCourse, visited the Critical Care Paramedic Course & received an overview of Joint Theater Logistics serving !
#VictoryStartsHere
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Officials from the and Belize met to plan future State Partnership Program training events. Learn more about the #SPP: ngpa.us/23861 #SPP30
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“I can tell you from personal experience our Belize Defence Force is a much stronger force and a better-trained force thanks to the Louisiana National Guard.” - Florencio Marin, Jr., Belize’s minister of national defense and border security #SPP30
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Gen. Laura Richardson was proud to join @USGCSoutheast's Rear Adm. Brendan McPherson, , Chmn. Oliver Gilbert, Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins, & 's Hon. Curt Hollingsworth for a panel at 's Annual Meeting Jan. 24.
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