U.S. 4th Fleet Hosts Maritime Staff Talks with Ecuadorian Navy
The U.S. 4th Fleet conducted Maritime Staff Talks with the Ecuadorian Navy, focusing on enhancing coordination, interoperability, and mutual understanding. Key discussions included Ecuador’s participation in UNITAS 2025 and the Continuing Promise 2025 humanitarian mission. The event concluded with a commitment to strengthen bilateral relations in maritime security.
On February 27-28, 2025, Rear Admiral Carlos Sardiello, commander of U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command and U.S. 4th Fleet, hosted a Maritime Staff Talks (MST) delegation from the Ecuadorian Navy at St. Francis Barracks, located within the Florida National Guard Headquarters. The meeting aimed to enhance collaboration and coordination between the two nations’ naval forces.
The MST held between the U.S. and Ecuadorian navies signifies a strengthened partnership focused on enhancing regional security and operational cooperation. The talks covered critical areas including upcoming exercises, humanitarian initiatives, and strategic objectives, culminating in a commitment to continued collaboration for mutual benefit.
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