We strive to be the region’s preferred security partner and the innovation platform for our partners in Latin America and the Caribbean, the U.S. government, academia, and the private sector.
Naval ships from Peru, Mexico, Chile, Colombia, and the United States sail in formation during the multinational exercise UNITAS in 2014. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd class Adam Henderson/Released)
Our approach is guided by respect for the Inter-American principles of peace, stability, effective governance, security, equality, and human rights. Through our capacity building efforts, we help create empowered, equal partners who are willing and able to confront shared challenges to our hemisphere’s security.
From public-private partnerships to experimentation efforts, we seek to leverage innovative technologies, innovative ideas, and innovative people into our efforts.
Our Partnering Efforts & Missions