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U.S. troops to train in Colombia to combat security threats
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Fusion42 · 27 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
U.S. troops will conduct joint training exercises in Colombia focusing on drug trafficking, illegal mining, drone threats, maritime interdiction, ground security, cyber defense, and emergency medical scenarios as part of the Southern Vanguard 2027 exercise starting November 2, 2026.
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Your defence tech company must position itself to support interoperability and cross-border training standards as Colombia deepens military cooperation with the US. New contracts and partnerships could emerge in cyber defense and medical evacuation tech sectors.
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