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May 1, 2024

 U.S. Coast Guard Cutter James Visits Buenos Aires, Argentina 

                                The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter James (WMSL 754) and its crew arrived April 29 at the Port of Buenos Aires. This visit marks a significant moment in the ongoing partnership between the U.S. and Argentina, aimed at enhancing maritime security and combating illicit activities at sea. During this visit, the crew will also conduct joint drills on the high seas with their Argentine counterparts, emphasizing the collaborative spirit of this mission.            

April 6, 2024

 Gen. Richardson Meets with President Milei, Defense Leaders in Argentina 

                                U.S. Army Gen. Laura Richardson, commander of U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), visited Argentina April 2 - 6, 2024, where she met with Argentine President Javier Milei and senior defense leaders and took part in the U.S.-provided donation of a C-130H Hercules aircraft to the country’s air force.            

April 3, 2024

 Gen. Richardson Visits Argentina To Strengthen Bilateral Ties 

                                U.S. Army General Laura Richardson, commander of Southern Command (SOUTHCOM), travels to Argentina this week to foster dialogue and cooperation with the country's new government and defense leaders. Her visit underscores the long-standing commitment to enhancing the strategic partnership between both countries.            

April 21, 2023

 Gen. Richardson Visits Argentina, Chile 

                                The commander of U.S. Southern Command, Army Gen. Laura Richardson, visited Argentina and Chile April 16-21 and met with leaders from both nations to discuss security cooperation.             

Aug. 19, 2022

 Former Argentine Liaison Officer to SOUTHCOM Returns to Command Naval Component during PANAMAX 

                                With PANAMAX ‘22 wrapping up last week, military personnel from participating nations began to make their way back to their respective homes after two weeks of working throughout various locations in the United States. For Argentine Rear Admiral Marcelo Fernandez, who served as the Naval component lead for the exercise, the two weeks spent in Mayport, Florida brought back fond memories.             

June 1, 2022

 U.S. Army South, Argentine army work to strengthen cybersecurity capabilities 

                    BUENOS AIRES, Argentina  —                                                Personnel from U.S. Army South coordinated a recent three-day exchange with the Argentine Army Cyber Defense Directorate to share how U.S. Army cyber defense plays a role in military operations and defense of the nation.            

April 29, 2022

 SOUTHCOM Commander Visits Argentina, Chile 

                                SANTIAGO, Chile (April 29, 2022) -- The commander of U.S. Southern Command, Army Gen. Laura Richardson, visited Argentina and Chile April 25-29 and met with leaders from both nations to discuss security cooperation.            

Oct. 22, 2021

 State Partnership Program: Argentine Ambassador to the U.S. visits Georgia National Guard 

                    MARIETTA, Georgia —                                                Jorge Martín Arturo Argüello, the Argentine ambassador to the U.S., visited the Marietta-based 4th Civil Support Team, 201st Regional Support Group, Georgia Army National Guard headquarters at Clay National Guard Center Oct. 19.            

April 9, 2021

 SOUTHCOM Commander Visits Uruguay, Argentina 

                    MIAMI (April 9, 2021) —                                                The commander of U.S. Southern Command, Navy Adm. Craig Faller, completed a week-long trip today to Uruguay and Argentina where he met with each nation’s security leaders to discuss regional security and continued military-to-military cooperation.            

Oct. 28, 2020

 Medical professionals from BAMC, Argentine Army discuss COVID best practices 

                    JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON, Texas —                                                Brooke Army Medical Center and Argentine Army’s Central Military Medical Hospital medical professionals did not let 5,600 miles of separation keep them from discussing best practices against COVID-19 on Oct. 21.            

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