Photo By Tech. Sgt. Kirby Turbak | Members of the Guarda Nacional Guinea-Bissau perform a final brief during a Joint...... read more read more
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BISSAU, Guinea-Bissau – U.S. Special Operations Command Africa recently concluded the first Civil Affairs Joint Combined Exchange Training with Guarda Nacional Guinea-Bissau near Bissau, Guinea-Bissau, on May 30, 2025.
Members from the U.S. Army's 91st Civil Affairs Battalion collaborated with Guarda Nacional Guinea-Bissau to enhance military-to-military connections and readiness. Team interactions focused on developing skills in civil engagement, civil reconnaissance, civil network development, and tactical combat casualty care.
“This training we have received has been very helpful to students and our leadership,” said Guarda Nacioncal Ensign Jose Augusto S. Vaz. “We’re able to work closer with our local communities to figure out their needs and open up communication between the military and civilians.”
JCETs provide a unique opportunity for U.S. and Guarda Nacional Guinea-Bissau forces to learn from each other's experiences and best practices. This JCET demonstrated the U.S. commitment to supporting Guarda Nacional Guinea-Bissau forces and promoting stability in the region.
“Throughout the course of instruction, we’ve built great relationships with the Guarda Nacional Guinea-Bissau forces,” said U.S. Army Capt. Bowers, 91st Civil Affairs Battalion team commander. “This is a great start in military cooperation and laying a foundation towards continued operability.”
Training exercises like this highlight U.S. SOCAFRICA’s commitment to fostering security and stability through mutually beneficial engagements with partner nations. The collaborative efforts not only improve military readiness but also strengthen the bonds between the U.S. and its African partners, paving the way for enhanced cooperation when addressing regional challenges.
| Date Taken: | 06.12.2025 |
| Date Posted: | 06.16.2025 04:28 |
| Story ID: | 500451 |
| Location: | BISSAU, BISSAU, GW |
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