Overview
- The government said U.S. forces under Southern Command, reported to include the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit, will train with the TTDF from November 16 to 21.
- Training will take place across Trinidad and Tobago in urban and rural environments with operations scheduled at dusk and during the night.
- Foreign Minister Sean Sobers stated the drills are not a precursor to any U.S. action outside the country, citing concerns raised about Venezuela.
- Authorities described the focus as familiarization with tactics and equipment, including helicopters, and strengthening responses to drug trafficking and gang violence.
- The confirmation comes after a recent visit by a U.S. guided‑missile destroyer that Venezuela denounced as a military provocation.