US Army, Guyana Defence Forces conduct training exercise
The leadership from the United States Army 1st Security Force Assistance Brigade (SFAB) and the Guyana Defense Force (GDF) met over the past two days as part of the United States and Guyana’s military-to-military solid partnership.
The US and Guyana defence forces discussed upcoming engagements to include strategic planning sessions and processes to enhance both countries’ military readiness and capabilities to respond to security threats.
The SFAB is a specialised unit of the US Army established to advise and assist partner nations. Since 2022, the SFAB has conducted several joint training exercises with the GDF to strengthen its capacity and capability at the tactical and operational levels.
The SFAB Advisors stated, “We are thankful for the opportunity to train with the Guyana Defense Force as our partners and friends. We look forward to deepening the partnership in the coming weeks and months.”
GDF Staff Officer One General Three – Operations and Training – Lieutenant Colonel Andy Pompey said, “The last iteration of US military training here in Guyana has been of tremendous benefit to the Medical Corps and the 4 Engineers Battalion. The transfer of knowledge and expertise from our US counterparts under the auspices of the SFAB has equipped our members with invaluable skills directly applicable to the dynamic nature of our modern security environment.
As we witness the positive outcomes of this training, we are confident that the benefits will be enduring, impacting our force’s operational capabilities and also the professional growth of individual members. The SFAB program, with its focus on enhancing the capabilities of partner forces, is a testament to the collaborative efforts between our nations. We look forward to seeing the continued positive impact of the US SFAB training on our force.”
The US and Guyana enjoy a longstanding security partnership marked by solid collaboration between SOUTHCOM and the GDF focused on disaster preparedness, humanitarian assistance, maritime security, human rights, professional development, defence and public-security missions, and countering transnational crime.
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