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U.S. Donates 20 Rapid-Deploy Shelters to Peru’s Armed Forces for Emergency Security Operations

A Defense Ministry resolution confines their use to citizen-security missions during declared emergencies in Lima and Callao.

Overview

  • The DLX ASAP-18 shelters, delivered with repair kits, are valued at US$327,000.
  • An official handover took place at the Army Headquarters in San Borja with representatives of the three services.
  • Technicians from the manufacturer provided specialized training to ensure operability and durability of the equipment.
  • The shelters will function as mobile campaign posts to support National Police operations by enabling rapid control, coordination and surveillance points.
  • The Peruvian Army coordinated logistics for training and deployment, and the Ministry of Defense framed the transfer as reinforcing cooperation with the United States.