Marine Leaders of The Americas Conference (MLAC) 2025

Lance Corporal Bruno Martinez translates an explanation of a commonly encountered type of improvised explosive device (IED). This is one of many subject matter expert exchanges (SMEEs) being held as part Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11). Working together alongside partner nation civil and military services, sharing ideas and information, will improve interoperability and enhance regional maritime security. (U.S. Army photo by Sergeant Kevin L. Pruitt)