On September 10, the U.S. Government and the Government of Mozambique concluded the second Joint Combined Exchange Training (JCET) of the year.
U.S. Special Operations Forces and 100 Mozambican Commandos participated in a six-week training exercise, contributing to Mozambique's efforts to prevent the spread of terrorism, and strengthening cooperation between the United States of America and the Republic of Mozambique.
In attendance at the closing ceremony were representatives from the U.S. Embassy in Mozambique, the U.S. Special Operations Command Africa (SOCAFRICA), and the Mozambique Armed Defense Forces (FADM).
"The United States remains dedicated to assisting Mozambique to combat terrorism and prevent the spread of violent extremism," said U.S. Ambassador to Mozambique Dennis W. Hearne. The U.S. Department of Defense plans to conduct future JCETs with the FADM Fuzileiros and Commandos who are tasked with countering the spread of terrorism and violent extremism in Mozambique.
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