US, Trinidad and Tobago security forces complete combat casualty care training

United States and Trinidad and Tobago security forces concluded a four-day Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) exchange at Teteron Barracks, Chaguaramas. The training focused on casualty assessment, treatment, and evacuation through realistic trauma scenarios, according to a statement from the US Embassy in Port of Spain.

A US Special Operations combat medic and a TTDF Special Operations member co-instructed the exchange. The US Embassy highlighted the training as a prime example of how military cooperation builds sustainable, expert training capacity.

Separately, Trinidad and Tobago's Prime Minister disclosed that the US is increasing its support for the nation's crime-fighting efforts. This includes providing additional vessels and military personnel to enhance border protection and drug interdiction. US Navy SEAL teams are currently in the country to manage logistics for a larger deployment aimed at supporting the Coast Guard and Defence Force.

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This training is a perfect example of how our strong military co-operation builds sustainable, expert training capacity.