Marine Leaders of The Americas Conference (MLAC) 2025

Cpl. Phillip Tysinger, Security Cooperation Task Force (SCTF), ground combat element, mans a patrol base during a jungle survival information exchange at Pine Ridge Forest Reserve alongside members of the Belize defense force, Feb. 28. SCTF is deployed to the U.S. Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) area of responsibility supporting Amphibious Southern Partnership Station 2011 (A-SPS 11), providing opportunities for participating nations to come together and join efforts to enhance regional maritime security. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Brian S. Finney)