U.S. Air Force biomedical equipment technicians (BMET) work with Natividad Bernal, a Panamanian biomedical technician at Hospital Cecilio Castillero, in Chitré, Panama, Sept. 16, 2025. The BMET Airmen partnered with local technicians to identify equipment needs and troubleshoot repairs as part of global health engagement AMISTAD 2025. (U.S. Air Force video by Staff Sgt. Abbey Rieves)
LUQUE, Paraguay — United States and Paraguayan military leaders, healthcare professionals, and community members gathered at General Hospital of Luque, Aug. 14, to celebrate the conclusion of AMISTAD 2025.
The two-week medical readiness exercise enhanced interoperability, expanded healthcare access, and reinforced enduring partnerships between the two nations. Active duty, reserve and civilian medical professionals worked side by side in...
